The Last Heroes
The Last Heroes

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The Last Heroes

2019
Movie
136 min
Italian

A group of friends - a tomb raider, a chatty salesman, a naughty journalist, a lazy nerd and the shy assistant of a mysterious blind and silent shopkeeper - meet again in the quiet small town where they had shared a terrible secret. When a skeptical policeman discovers the link between a weird animals slaughter and some occult practices, strange things start happening. Together, they will discover the ancient curse of Kaisha and have to face the demons of the past.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Sergei MokritskiyGenres: Action, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of World War II, a small group of Soviet soldiers is tasked with a perilous mission behind enemy lines. Facing overwhelming odds and brutal conditions, they must rely on their courage, camaraderie, and strategic brilliance to achieve their objective. The film portrays the intense struggles and sacrifices of these soldiers as they fight for survival and their country's freedom.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to a generic plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some audiences appreciated the action sequences and patriotic themes, leading to a more varied reception among viewers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by some for its action-packed combat scenes.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar war movie tropes and a predictable narrative.

  • Some viewers found the patriotic undertones to be compelling, while others saw them as heavy-handed.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely polarized. Some viewers appreciated the film's portrayal of heroism and the intensity of the war depicted, while others found it to be unoriginal and lacking emotional depth.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in several historically significant locations in Russia, aiming for authenticity in its depiction of the Eastern Front during World War II.

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