When you watch a movie as heart wrenching and realistic as this one, it's done it's job. But, throughout the film, you get this sense of pride and a blessed feeling that this country is the best and we are stronger than anything else in this world.
Peter Berg triumphs at recreating the horrors of that doleful day. Every ounce of the film was precisely detailed- even for those who may not specifically recall the events of April 15th, 2013. The film also manages to single-handedly insert real images and footage from the attack. Which if it wasn't already eerie and haunting enough it still is.
(Patriots Day) soars in excellence with a riveting cast of portrayers. Mark Wahlberg shines with pure emotion and heart as a courageous police officer in the midst of the surrounding chaos. Co-stars: Michelle Monaghan, J.K Simmons, Kevin Bacon and John Goodman stun the screen with equilibrium for the film.
For it only being a reenactment of the tragedy, its realism essence is simply precocious. One will exit the cinema being an even prouder American than before. Even though this dark and triumphant movie tackles an event so tragic, it does ever so pleasingly even if viewers watch one time for historical enjoyment.
Rate: A
Starring: Mark Wahlberg, John Goodman, Michelle Monaghan, with Kevin Bacon, and J.K Simmons
Director: Peter Berg
Runtime: 2 Hours 13 Minutes
MPAA Rating: R (for violence, realistically graphic injury images, language throughout and some drug use)
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