Tides of War
Tides of War

Tides of War

2005Movie95 minEnglish

In the cold, dark waters off North Korea a U.S. Navy fast attack submarine meets with a mysterious disaster - it's attacked and nearly sunk by an ominous stealth submarine resulting in the deaths of the Executive Officer and the Engineering Officer.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Dan T. HallGenres: War, Drama

Plot Summary

During World War II, a diverse group of American soldiers are stranded behind enemy lines in the Philippines. They must overcome their differences and fight for survival against the Japanese forces while dealing with the harsh realities of war and their own internal conflicts. Their mission becomes a desperate race against time and the elements to reach safety.

Critical Reception

Tides of War received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences. It was often criticized for its low production values, weak storytelling, and uninspired performances, failing to make a significant impact in the war film genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and a lack of compelling characters.
  • Performances are generally unconvincing, failing to add depth to the wartime setting.
  • Technical aspects, including cinematography and editing, are often amateurish.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often cite the film's unengaging narrative and poor execution as major drawbacks.

Fun Fact

Despite its cast, Tides of War did not achieve widespread distribution or critical recognition, often being overlooked in discussions of World War II cinema.

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When his XO (and lover) is killed following a mysterious naval action off the coast of North Korea, "Cdr. Habley" (Adrian Paul) is relieved of command of his hunter-killer submarine. Thing is, his bosses do think that something is amiss in ...