Charlie Wilson's War (2007) Full Length Reaction
Added 2022-05-02 00:50:47 +0000 UTC✨This was a request from one of my long-time Patrons! Thank you Ronny! ✨
We'll see.
A star studded cast and smart script kept me on the edge of my seat to find out what went down in this true story about the Soviet-Afghanistan war in the 80's.
Also I have no idea why the thumbnail won't display on this one?! Weird.
⭐ Special thanks to Producers: MattN, Todd Preble, CBonius, Tyler Gorash, Ed Dunn, Incognito + those who wish to remain uncredited :)
Movie runtime: 1:41:48
Comments
Charlie Wilson was my US Representative. (I lived in SE Texas.) I shook his hand in the early 80s. I always liked him.
Clay F
2023-12-09 10:53:57 +0000 UTC“Let’s kill some Russians “ 😠 😂 😂
Jimmy Smith
2023-10-28 20:49:01 +0000 UTCOMG nobody watches this movie. Thank you so much!
Zachary Carter
2023-06-19 10:44:57 +0000 UTCFinally got around to watching this one. In a nutshell the consequences of the Soviet invasion are are still being felt today. The “crazies” Philip Seymour Hoffman’s character mentions during the balcony scene near the end of the movie is the Taliban. If you notice during that scene there is audio of a jet flying overhead which is meant to insinuate that Charlie’s war directly - or indirectly, depending on your point of view - led to the 9/11 attacks. Hindsight is 20/20 of course but had we helped the Afghans rebuild the world might be a very different place today.
Paul G
2022-11-23 21:21:50 +0000 UTCI can't remember if I noticed during my first viewing. But it sent a shiver down my spine on this second watch. Had to have been intentional.
Daryl
2022-05-15 22:26:11 +0000 UTCOhhh interesting note on the sound! I hadn't noticed, thanks! 👍👍
Jen M
2022-05-15 22:23:13 +0000 UTCTonights pick. (Shawshank is still on the back-burner, not ready just yet. Plus I've only seen this film once before.) It's a real interesting fast paced but intricately delivered film. A fab cast, obvs Hoffman stands out, much like he often does. Hard to pick a favourite film of his. I found the film Doubt very memorable and impactfull. Amy Adams in that too, as is Meryl Streep. While on that connection circuit. Another film to recommend that is based on a true story relating to politics and a war - The Post. Which funny enough also stars Tom Hanks. Back to CWW. One piece of the film which has an eerie yet maybe subtle moment that I don't know, might not be picked up by everyone. On the balcony as Gust is trying to warn Charlie of the consequences of current situation after the Soviet Union is withdrawing. As he puts it, the crazies are now rolling in. A plane is part of the sound production.
Daryl
2022-05-15 22:16:11 +0000 UTCHe was extraordinary, literally in everything he did. He was the standout in Twister, doing something with a nothing part in a forgettable blockbuster. Such a talent, and what a loss way too soon.
Gary Giaimo
2022-05-02 23:14:28 +0000 UTCThat must have been truly something to see him on Broadway. His talent stands out in everything I've ever seen him in 👍
Jen M
2022-05-02 14:34:29 +0000 UTCVERY true, I know this movie is obviously told from the Western perspective and that deeply colours how the characters are portrayed 👍👍
Jen M
2022-05-02 14:33:36 +0000 UTCLOL dogs are my soulmates 🥰
Jen M
2022-05-02 14:31:44 +0000 UTCOh thanks Ronny, good suggestion I'll add to the list 👍 Great question!! Ummm wow I do often get asked what my fav movie is and it's so hard to choose! I will think on this and get back to you 😆😆😆
Jen M
2022-05-02 14:31:20 +0000 UTCPhil Hoffman = greatest American actor of the last fifty years, and certainly a contender for greatest of all time. I saw him do Death of a Salesman on Broadway and he was extraordinary. One of the best memories of my life.
Brian Harris
2022-05-02 08:53:16 +0000 UTCTom Hanks is the "good guy" because our particular pov... but based on someone else's pov, he is definitely the bad guy.
MattN
2022-05-02 07:07:54 +0000 UTCJen, your love for dogs will always keep me as a Patreon :D
MattN
2022-05-02 06:40:46 +0000 UTCoooo I second this!!
MattN
2022-05-02 05:27:43 +0000 UTCI'm happy you liked the film. If you are ever interested in another political drama that's based on real events I think you might enjoy Thirteen Days. #AskJen you get film recommendations all the time. Is there a film you like that you can recommend to us?
Ronny Boss
2022-05-02 03:26:25 +0000 UTC
