As the World Burns
As the World Burns

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As the World Burns

1982
Movie
56 min
English

It's the Reagan years and all of the husbands in the neighborhood are turning gay.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Steven H. SternGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during the final days of World War II, the film follows a group of Allied soldiers tasked with a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. They must infiltrate a Nazi stronghold and rescue vital intelligence before it falls into the wrong hands. The mission is fraught with peril, testing the soldiers' courage, loyalty, and their will to survive amidst the brutal realities of war.

Critical Reception

As the World Burns received a mixed reception upon its release, with critics often praising its intense atmosphere and performances but questioning its pacing and occasionally derivative plot elements. Audiences found it to be a gritty and engaging war film, though it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty realism and tense action sequences.

  • Some critics found the storyline to be somewhat predictable.

  • The performances, particularly from Michael Ironside, were noted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available through aggregated Google reviews for this title. However, general sentiment from home video and forum discussions suggests appreciation for its mature themes and realistic portrayal of wartime struggles.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Canada, utilizing the rugged landscapes to enhance its authentic wartime feel.

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