Brothers

When Captain Sam Cahill is deployed for his fourth tour of duty in Afghanistan, his wife Grace and their two young daughters are left to cope with the devastating news of his probable death. As Grace navigates her grief and her growing attraction to Sam's idealistic brother, Tommy, Sam is revealed to be alive and held captive. His eventual return home triggers a profound psychological transformation, straining his family relationships to their breaking point.

Brothers received a mixed reception from critics, with praise often directed at the performances of the lead actors, particularly Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie Portman. However, the film's somber tone and exploration of post-traumatic stress disorder were divisive, with some finding it powerful and others deeming it heavy-handed and overly melodramatic.

• The film features strong performances from its lead actors.

• The exploration of PTSD and its impact on families is a central, albeit heavy, theme.

• Some critics found the narrative to be overly bleak and melodramatic.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally mixed, with many appreciating the emotional depth and the acting. However, some viewers found the film too dark and depressing, with a difficult subject matter that was hard to watch.

Tobin Bell, who plays the father of the brothers, also famously portrayed Jigsaw in the 'Saw' film series, a stark contrast to his role in this dramatic war film.