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In Pursuit of Honor
To save a group of horses slated to be destroyed by the US Cavalry, a group of officers rebel and begin a journey towards Canada to save themselves and the mounts.
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Plot Summary
During the Persian Gulf War, a unit of U.S. Army soldiers is ordered to carry out an execution in the Iraqi desert. Their commanding officer, Lieutenant John Travis, discovers that the condemned man is an innocent civilian and refuses to carry out the order. This act of defiance leads to a court-martial and a struggle for justice against a corrupt military system.
Critical Reception
In Pursuit of Honor was a made-for-television movie that received a mixed reception. While some praised its exploration of moral dilemmas within the military, others found its narrative predictable and its execution lacking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempt to tackle complex moral issues within a war setting.
Criticized for a somewhat formulaic plot and pacing issues.
The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were generally seen as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this television film is not readily available through standard public channels like Google Reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended for a theatrical release but was ultimately released as a television movie on HBO.
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