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Casualties of War

1989, Movie, 1h 53min

One of the most harrowing Hollywood films to confront the legacy of the Vietnam War, CASUALTIES OF WAR is based on the true story of a squad of soldiers caught in a moral quagmire. Witness to a vile crime, Private Eriksson (Michael J. Fox) is forced to stand alone against his fellow soldiers and commanding officer Sergeant Meserve (Sean Penn), a powerful and charismatic man pushed over the edge of barbarism by the terror and brutality of combat. With sweeping scope, intense action, and raw power, Brian De Palma creates a devastating and unforgettable tale of one man’s quest for sanity and justice amid the chaos of war.

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Critic Ian Nathan

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De Palma mixes up these elements with extraordinary skill, reeling in his familiar gimmickry he exposes the conflicting pressures of warfare.

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In the midst of the Vietnam War, a young soldier finds himself face to face with a moral dilemma when his comrades kidnap and brutalize a defenseless Vietnamese girl. As he struggles to reconcile his sense of duty with his personal values, he must confront the harsh realities of war and the dark side of human nature. This powerful drama features gripping performances from Michael J. Fox and Sean Penn, who bring depth and nuance to their roles as soldiers grappling with the horrors of combat. The film is based on a true story that shook the nation, raising questions about the ethics of war and its impact on those involved. Will this young soldier find a way to stand up for what's right in a world gone mad?