The Pledge

Although this film has some of the feel of an independent film, it is one that you, no matter who you are, would not regret seeing it. If you've lost a bit of your sense of patriotism, you will be recharged. If you are already a strong patriot, you will get chills and shed a tear. Great combination of reality and theatrics. I have always felt that I am a very patriotic American, as demonstrated by my service to this country both in and out of uniform. I went to see this movie because I wanted to know how some filmmakers view their own sense pf patriotism, and how they would show that on film. I have seen most of the movies made about the war in Iraq, and having served in Iraq, I picked up on many mistakes and stereotypes. However, this family film does not stereotype. It brings an element from both sides, and in doing so demonstrates that no matter what your beliefs may be, whether you support the war efforts or not, and whether you support or reject the government, this film will remind everyone how similar we as Americans are, both in mind and in spirit. First film I have seen to bring that out. Thank you.

I am first embarrassed to say that I sort of saw this by mistake when I intended to watch another movie called The Pledge (Jack Nicholson). I got too far into this before I realized that I had made a mistake. But since my foot was half-way in this mess, I decided to commit myself to the end just in case some miracle happened at the third turn. Anyway, the miracle did not come. If you want patriotic pablum, then this is for you. It contains highly simplistic messages, weak dialog and weak delivery (which is done with poor acoustics). It is what it is. If you want to pop this in on the Fourth of July and grill up some dogs, then more power to you.

This film is a must see for everyone. My mother and I went to see this movie as a last minute decision. We really didn't know a whole lot about it but just decided we would go ahead and take a chance. WE ARE SO GLAD WE DID. This is by far the best movie we have ever seen. It really shows the values that this country is based on and should be continuously built on. I cannot wait until it is available on DVD for purchase.

I also have to point out that we were given the opportunity that night to meet with some of the actors and the wonderful young actress in this movie. They are truly exceptional people. These weren't what we believed to be the typical "movie stars". They were real people, real American people with a heart.

Thank you Doughboy family for a wonderful and moving film.

Went to see this movie on Veterans' Day and it was the best way we could have spent that day! The story is well written with a couple of "twists" that I didn't see coming which is rare in this day and age. This movie should be part of the school system and shown to all Americans as part of a curriculum to help our young people to better understand some of their elders. Very moving and inspirational. I can't wait for it to come out on DVD. This will become one of our family traditions to watch on Veterans' Day just as we all have that one Christmas movie we have to watch every year. Worth every penny and every moment of watching.

This is a welcomed change. What a great movie. Yes, it is not the highest budgeted film, but a must see. This film is dedicated to the 30 Navy SEALS and American troops who lost their lives in Afghanistan on August 6, 2011... and all United States servicemen and servicewomen, past and present.

That says it all....