One More War
One More War

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One More War

2012
Movie
10 min
Spanish

Short-film inspired in a poem called "One More War" about a brief moment in the midst of a battle where a dying enemy soldier is granted the wish to write his last letter.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Marcus ThompsonGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set during the Vietnam War, 'One More War' follows a group of soldiers as they navigate the brutal realities of combat and the psychological toll it takes. The film delves into themes of camaraderie, loss, and the moral ambiguities faced by those in conflict. As the soldiers endure harrowing experiences, they grapple with their own humanity and the justifications for the war they are fighting.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'One More War' received a mixed to negative reception. While some praised its attempt to portray the harsh realities of war, many critics found the film to be underdeveloped, with predictable plot points and uneven pacing. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the dramatic elements while others felt it failed to offer a fresh perspective on the war genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to create compelling characters or a unique narrative.

  • While aiming for gritty realism, it often falls into generic war movie tropes.

  • Some viewers appreciated the emotional beats, but found them insufficient to elevate the overall film.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not readily available for this film. General audience feedback appears to be polarized, with some viewers finding it a decent war drama and others feeling it lacked originality and depth.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the production taking place in a remote area to simulate the jungle environment of Vietnam.

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