Brothers
Brothers

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Brothers

1986
Movie
87 min
Vietnamese

A soldier (Hien) survives the war and comes back to live with his brother's family (Tien). He can't seem to adjust to civilian life after the war and feels increasingly alienated from other people, whom he finds calculating, selfish and materialistic.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jim KoufGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two brothers, one a drug dealer and the other a police officer, find their loyalty tested when the officer is assigned to investigate his brother's criminal activities. As the investigation intensifies, both men are forced to confront their past choices and the consequences they have on their family.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Brothers' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its attempt at a gritty crime drama while others found its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, failing to gain significant traction at the box office or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a cliché-ridden plot that offers little in the way of originality.

  • Performances are adequate but can't elevate the material beyond its predictable trajectory.

  • A gritty tone is attempted but ultimately falls short due to uneven pacing and script weaknesses.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Brothers' is largely unavailable, suggesting it did not garner significant viewership or widespread discussion among Google users.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of Jim Kouf's early directorial efforts before he became more known for writing successful screenplays for films like 'The Mighty Ducks' and 'Rush Hour'.

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