As a war film it's ruthlessly violent, loud and deceivingly appears to glamorize violence, as a satire it's just as ruthless only on a completely different level of wit, humor and cunning. Like Verhoeven's Robocop, the film works just as well as a cheeky satire as it does a SFX spectacle of explosions and death. There's a few groan-worthy moments that don't do anything for the narrative or message but I suppose without it we wouldn't be engaged with these witless pro-militarized characters.
4 censored news reels out of 5
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4 speedy promotions out of 5
This, along with Shawshank Redemption, I can play entirely in my head. I can see one scene and the whole thing plays through in my mind instantly. If I need background noise, I might throw this on.
4 Clancy Brown always plays a great asshole out of 5
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