Heroes Don't Come Home

I enjoyed this movie. It is well written, well acted and touches on things that all Americans should be giving serious thought. It is an emotional and touching movie. I cried, and that was unexpected. While war plays a part, for me, it was about emotions, how people deal with emotions and how emotions drive us to do what we do. It is about manipulation by the invisible hand. It is about cynicism and hope. It is about commitment and betrayal and figuring out what those things mean. The characters in this movie felt genuine and real. I liked the distance this movie could cover without getting bogged down in the details; it left enough open to the viewer's imagination. This movie is worth seeing and it likely will stick with you for a while.

The script and direction are rock solid and offer up a very incisive look at life after combat. Committed and authentic performances help keep you engaged the whole way through, and the cinematography and editing are top shelf as well. Highly recommended for anyone who's interested in learning more about the emotional toll that battle takes on both soldiers and those waiting for them back home.

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Time for me to now write my own reviews because I feel there are a few review critics that seem so off key.

I won't ever say much because I like a good film to do it's thing, what I will say is this is a little gem of a story exceptional acting great story seemed very real and could connect on the emotions this film portrays... Just watch it because it's a brilliant film.

This movie attempts to make a political statement but ends up just leaving a sour taste in your mouth thinking about the complete disrespect of American soldiers. They are not stupid, they are brave and we should be grateful for what they did for our country.

Not a blood and guts film, thankfully. Just a minor touch of battle action, but the film is not about action, it is about human interference, cynicism on the one hand and blind expectations on the other. The screenplay, acting, direction, and overall production work is exceptional. I strongly recommend this film for anybody who can ride the emotions. Those of us who served during the VietNam conflict, when our lives, hopes, and dreams were interrupted (and for many of us destroyed) by the draft, and had no choice but to serve, will actually appreciate the thoughtfulness behind much of the dialog in this film. I know I did. Watch the film. Don't expect Rambo. 90 percent of the film takes place right in the U.S. and quietly revolves around a small group, primarily between two close friends; one who served, and one who didn't. I'll say no more. Watch it!