Good luck
Good luck

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Good luck

2012
Movie
106 min
Arabic

The film is set around the figure of Said (Ahmed Eid) who is struggling to complete his marriage to the girl to allow (May Kassab) and apply for an apartment within a conservation projects, but after obtaining the approval surprised by the events of the revolution on January 25, which prevents him from receiving, and begins suffering in attempt to rescue his sister and fulfillment to continue within the ranks of the rebels but surprised himself amid the rows ... Events follow each other with the descent of the army of the streets and to prosecute the former president and his two sons and the former regime, so that by allowing the marriage happy and having three children of different ideas between the liberal and the Islamic Brotherhood and the reference to the division of Egypt.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Vincent GallagherGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of war, a young soldier finds himself in a moral quandary when he is tasked with a mission that challenges his beliefs. As he navigates the brutal realities of combat, he grapples with loyalty, sacrifice, and the true meaning of courage. His journey is one of survival and self-discovery against the backdrop of a devastating conflict.

Critical Reception

Good Luck received a mixed reception, with critics often praising its intentions and the performances of its veteran cast, while sometimes finding fault with its pacing and narrative execution. The film aimed to deliver a poignant message about the human cost of war, resonating with some viewers for its emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong ensemble cast, particularly Burt Reynolds and Robert Davi.

  • Felt by some critics to be a noble but somewhat uneven attempt at a war drama.

  • The film's message about the sacrifices of soldiers was acknowledged, though its delivery was debated.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiments.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in various locations across the United States, aiming to capture a sense of universality in its war narrative.

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