Savior
Savior

Savior

1998Movie103 minEnglish

A hardened mercenary in the Foreign Legion begins to find his own humanity when confronted with atrocities during the fighting in Bosnia.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users65%
Director: Predrag AntonijevićGenres: War, Drama, Action

Plot Summary

During the Bosnian War, a disillusioned American mercenary named Joshua Rose seeks redemption by protecting a young orphan girl, Nina, from the brutal realities of the conflict. He forms an unlikely bond with her, embarking on a perilous journey through war-torn landscapes to get her to safety. As they face constant danger, Joshua's past actions weigh heavily on him, and he must confront his demons while fighting to preserve Nina's innocence.

Critical Reception

Savior received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its emotional core and the performances, particularly Nastassja Kinski's, others found the film to be a grim and somewhat predictable portrayal of war, with some critiques pointing to its heavy-handedness. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding it a powerful, albeit harrowing, experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its earnest attempt to explore the human cost of war and its focus on a compelling central relationship.
  • Criticized by some for its bleak tone and a narrative that sometimes felt overly familiar.
  • Notable for strong performances that anchor the film's emotional weight.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Savior' to be a moving and impactful film, appreciating its serious subject matter and the emotional journey of the characters. Some viewers felt it was a somber but important story, though a segment of the audience found it too depressing or violent.

Fun Fact

Director Predrag Antonijević, who is Serbian, has stated that the film aimed to show the war from a perspective that wasn't solely focused on demonizing one side, aiming for a more humanistic portrayal.

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gerithecat

gerithecat

outstanding thriller. compelling and violent depiction of the Bosnian conflict from the eyes of a broken professional soldier discovering his life again after personal tragedy and rage. based on true events, this is a powerful and moving dr...