Invisible War
Invisible War

Invisible War

2007Movie116 minJapanese

Kitahara Shuji, an ordinary business man turns into a spy for his town's war against a neighboring town in a Dystopian society.

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users68%
Director: Daniel AdamsGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

An aging, decorated soldier is forced to confront his past when his estranged son, a decorated Marine recently returned from Iraq, is accused of a war crime. As the military justice system closes in, the father must grapple with his own unresolved trauma from Vietnam to save his son from a similar fate.

Critical Reception

Invisible War received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising the performances of its veteran cast, particularly William Devane. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and the themes explored to be familiar within the war drama genre. The film resonated with audiences interested in exploring the psychological toll of war and the complexities of the father-son relationship.

What Reviewers Say

  • William Devane delivers a compelling performance as a haunted veteran.
  • The film tackles the difficult subject of PTSD and military justice with sincerity.
  • While earnest, the story occasionally falls into familiar war drama tropes.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's emotional depth and the strong acting. Many found the exploration of veterans' struggles to be moving and thought-provoking. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more original, but the performances generally compensated for this.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in and around Wilmington, North Carolina.

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