The Beast (1988) Reviews

The Beast (1988)
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In Kevin Reynolds' The Beast, George Dzundza plays a cruel Russian tank commander who gets lost in the wilderness during the war in Afghanistan. As the enemy closes in, the glazed-eyed Dzundza must rely on his survival training to see him through this crisis. Meanwhile, one of Dzundza's men (Jason Patric), abandoned and left to die by his demonic commander, joins the Afghan cause. Filmed in Israel, The Beast (aka The Beast of War) was adapted from a play by William Mastrosimone. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
George Dzundza, Jason Patric, (more)
Director(s):
Kevin Reynolds
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
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Sidney W.

A multi-faceted war film set in the Russian-Afganistan conflict. A conflict of men and machines, none of which was equal to the test of the terrain or the adversary. Simple people on their own ground fighting with what they had for just mere existence. Elememtary my dear Watson, the stuff of all good war/cowboy conflicts.

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Byron W.

this movie is absolutely the best i've seen in a while. the movie has a very cohesive storyline that keeps you wondering what will happen next. you can really enjoy this movie even if you arent a war movie fan.

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Tom G. R.

It's riveting thoughout. It's everything but a corny war movie. Anybody that loves suspense drama will like this movie.

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Steve K.

If yoou're a war buff you must see this!

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Burak Y.

At first i was expecting avarage war movie but endup watching very good one. I recommend for everyone.

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Richard E G.

Outstanding Afgan vs Russian flick. Real as can be. If you like war movies this one is for you. I know I was there...

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Ralph K.

I AM TRULY AMAZED THAT ON A LOW BUDGET A FILM OF SUCH QUALITY CAN BE MADE POSSIBLE. GREAT ANALYSIS OF DIFFERENT CHARACTERS, ESPECIALLY HOW PRIDE MAY LEAD US INTO STUPIDITY AND UNNECESSARY VIOLENCE.

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Joseph B.

Interesting movie, enjoyed the drama.

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Kimberly C.

For ten years the conflict in Afghanistan dragged on. This movie gives a glimpse of the type of fighting that most have taken place there. Watch it and then get a book on the subject.

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Jim L.

Absurd plot, unrealistic characters, and laden with war cliches. Only interesting aspect of this movie is that it was made in Israel. I doubt it could have been made there in today's environment.

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    Sidney W.

    A multi-faceted war film set in the Russian-Afganistan conflict. A conflict of men and machines, none of which was equal to the test of the terrain or the adversary. Simple people on their own ground fighting with what they had for just mere existence. Elememtary my dear Watson, the stuff of all good war/cowboy conflicts.

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    Byron W.

    this movie is absolutely the best i've seen in a while. the movie has a very cohesive storyline that keeps you wondering what will happen next. you can really enjoy this movie even if you arent a war movie fan.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Tom G. R.

    It's riveting thoughout. It's everything but a corny war movie. Anybody that loves suspense drama will like this movie.

    Yes   |   No

     
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