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Lions for Lambs
12 reviews
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Robert Redford directs and stars in this provocative ode to political activism. Boasting a powerhouse cast that also includes Meryl Streep...
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Robert Redford directs and stars in this provocative ode to political activism. Boasting a powerhouse cast that also includes Meryl Streep and Tom Cruise, the film features three storylines centered on the Iraq war. Cruise is Jasper Irving, a rising Republican senator who has summoned Janine Roth (Streep), the head journalist at a large news corporation, to sell her on the government's new military strategy. It's his hope that she in turn will sell the public on the idea. Meanwhile, a history professor (Redford) is trying to convince one of his more promising students to strive to make a difference in the world. Professor Malley believes Todd Hayes (Andrew Garfield) to be a bright young man, and he wants to know why Todd has become so apathetic about his schoolwork, and, after the two banter back and forth about the nature of activism, Malley tells him about two of his former students, Ernest and Arian (Michael Pena and Derek Luke), both of whom are currently serving in Iraq. Unbeknownst to Malley, at th...
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Not your typical war drama film but better
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Pros: adopt Kerouc-ian, Ginsberg-ian even James Douglas Morrison vibes and roll with the dialogue
Cons: sometimes long-winded
Bottom Line:
The message the movie delivers is universal. What better way than through personal disclosure and harnessing ones potential to be the change we really can see . . .
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Robert Redford Takes Aim at the War in Lions for Lambs
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Pros: Powerful movie with good cast.
Cons: Slow in some spots.
Bottom Line:
Lions for Lambs was a very good, powerful movie that many will probably avoid because of the subject.
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If you don't STAND for something, you might FALL for anything. LIONS FOR LAMBS
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Pros: Powerful deep concepts brought to vivid focus by superb actors.
Cons: A 90 minute conversation about things that make Americans uncomfortable; like Civic Responsibility.
Bottom Line:
This is a thinking man's movie. As such, it will not appeal to the masses.
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You Can't Hide your Lion Eyes
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Pros: great character speeches with pointed dialogue
Cons: really a large political infomercial
Bottom Line: loaded scenes and dialogue make this one to watch with a group with discussion to follow
Lions for Lambs - Challenging and thought-provoking
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Pros: great ideas, fun dialog, solid cast
Cons: Cruise's scientology vibe, lack of ending
Bottom Line:
While Lions for Lambs is not your conventional thriller, it's got some interesting ideas and good dialog to keep it afloat.
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Nicely done look at the effects of the Iraqi war
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Pros: Thoughtful script, terrific acting
Cons: Maybe wears its heart on its sleeve just a tad too much
Bottom Line:
If you're weary of in-your-face blockbusters, here's something to stroke your brain a little
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"Lions for Lambs" You'll Be Surprised To See The Lions And The Lambs
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Pros: Action, thought-provoking, controversial, bravery
Cons: Too short, not enough depth on some thoughts or ideals
Bottom Line:
It is not going to be a popular movie, but definitely a movie worth seeing.
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Dr. Freudine Stews Over Redford/Streep/Cruise Talkie Lions For Lambs~
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Pros: likable characters; thought-provoking stories; Mark Isham's score
Cons: slow and rather heavy; not one I'll soon watch again
Bottom Line:
Not a long movie at 88 minutes, but it feels long. Barely recommended for those who enjoy thought-provoking, open-ended films.
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Lions for Lambs~Redford, Cruise and Streep~Who is the Lion? Who are the Sheep?
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Pros: Important issues and message about what is going on in the world today
Cons: weak and unexpected ending
Bottom Line:
This movie asks this question; Why do leaders of nations keep sending brave soldiers to be slaughtered?
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Lions For Lambs Is A Dog
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Pros: Pena, Luke and Garfield turn in strong performances.
Cons: Preachy, biased, weak special effects, weak dialogue, poorly put together.
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I found Lions For Lambs to be lacking in overall quality, performances by major actors were stiff, and the tone was condescending and preachy.
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Lions for Lambs: All Talk and No Movie
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Pros: Streep and Cruise work well together
Cons: One-dimensional, dialogue oriented, lacks pace, all message and no movie
Bottom Line:
Lions for Lambs had a smart agenda but rarely converts it to the movie format. Some strong performances but not much else.
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