Brother's War
Brother's War

Brother's War

2009Movie100 minEnglish

The story is set in the latter days of World War 2, against the backdrop of fierce combat on the eastern front. Brother's War is based on real events.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes32%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: Gavin O'ConnorGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

Two estranged brothers, a former boxer and a washed-up alcoholic, are forced to confront their troubled past when they are reunited under dire circumstances. As they navigate their complex relationship, they must also contend with the ghosts of their shared history and the possibility of redemption.

Critical Reception

Brother's War garnered a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found the film's narrative predictable and its emotional beats heavy-handed. While some praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly John Travolta, the overall consensus was that the film failed to live up to its dramatic potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a clichéd storyline and underdeveloped characters.
  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some standout moments overshadowed by weak dialogue.
  • Ultimately, the movie feels like a missed opportunity to explore a compelling family dynamic.

Google audience: Audiences seemed divided, with some appreciating the gritty portrayal of family struggles and the performances. However, many found the plot unoriginal and the pacing slow, leading to disappointment.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'Brothers', but it was changed to 'Brother's War' shortly before its release.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
marchus weller

marchus weller

This was an awesome independent film, really well made and well acted. I loved the story absolutely original and well thought out. The lead Tino Struckmann did a fantastic job leading this film, a great supporting cast, some well known face...