He's in the Army Now
He's in the Army Now

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He's in the Army Now

2003
Movie
145 min
Turkish

When the devastating Kocaeli earthquake occurs, the Turkish government passes a special law allowing people to complete their military service in a month.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Comedy, Military

Plot Summary

A group of misfits and slackers are mistakenly drafted into the army and must navigate basic training and find a way to prove their worth. The film follows their humorous and often chaotic journey as they learn to work together and overcome their individual shortcomings. Ultimately, they find themselves in situations that test their camaraderie and their newfound sense of duty.

Critical Reception

He's in the Army Now was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven humor. Audiences found some amusement in the slapstick elements and the performances of the comedic cast, but it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on familiar military comedy tropes.

  • Performances from the comedic cast provide some lighthearted moments.

  • Lacks originality and depth, making it a forgettable entry in the genre.

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Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2003, 'He's in the Army Now' shares its title with a 1941 propaganda film directed by Lewis Seiler, though the two films are entirely unrelated in content.

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