Come What May
Come What May

Movie spotlight

Come What May

1992
Movie
123 min
Kirghiz

Just before their wedding, doctors discover signs of a life-threatening disease in Adam. Not wanting to spoil the life of his fiancee, Adam tries to break off relations with her, but Aisha remains faithful to her chosen one, deciding to share her fate with him - whatever it may be...

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: John G. AvildsenGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A Marine returns home from the Vietnam War to find his life in disarray. His wife has left him, and his relationship with his young daughter is strained. He struggles to reintegrate into civilian life and reconnect with his family, facing personal demons and societal challenges.

Critical Reception

Come What May received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the film to be melodramatic and predictable. While some performances were noted, the overall execution and narrative were frequently criticized for being uninspired and failing to deliver a compelling emotional impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Despite a strong lead performance, the film suffers from a derivative plot.

  • The emotional beats often feel forced and unearned.

  • Fails to offer a fresh perspective on the aftermath of war.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Come What May' is not readily available through generalized Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Iron Eagle' and intended as a sequel to the 1986 film 'Iron Eagle,' but the script was significantly rewritten, and the title was changed, leading to its eventual release as 'Come What May' with a different focus.

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