American Sniper
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: December 25, 2014
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frizJul 16, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brilliantly directed at the hands of Clint Eastwood along with a great performance by Bradley Cooper, the story of Chris Kyle is done in all the right sense. We feel every step of the story including the emotional ending when its revealed his character died and its great writing only makes this war drama film even better.… Expand
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annapatweex31Sep 11, 2015
Very well done movie, but a little bit off on things. Still worth the watch.

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alexa417Oct 6, 2015
This is a film of Zen-balanced emotional weight, and a combat movie which would make the genre's master Sam Fuller proud.

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TrackerDeviceNov 2, 2015
While Bradley Cooper delivers a great performance by portraying Chris Kyle, Clint Eastwood does not explore the dark side of Chris Kyle and points Kyle as just an American hero.
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praticaljockersNov 20, 2015
it was so sad and to violent for younger viewers like babies and little kids the kids should never see this movie until they are older and are teens or adults.
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Berry-TanMar 9, 2016
It speaks emotionally to audiences who sense that we lost something in Iraq, yet still want to honor the heroism of those who risked their lives for the cause. You hardly recognize Cooper, with a muscular physique, beard and kind of aIt speaks emotionally to audiences who sense that we lost something in Iraq, yet still want to honor the heroism of those who risked their lives for the cause. You hardly recognize Cooper, with a muscular physique, beard and kind of a swagger. American Sniper cannot be reduced to simple pro- or anti-war labels.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeJan 25, 2016
What I'm reading here are 0's that are supposed to go to my 0's. If you're actually reading this, please go to my profile and please give the latest low score I gave a 0 on a 0 on the way too. Ok, thanks, bye!
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pradeephmkumarMar 8, 2016
Great Story , Great Acting , Nice Direction , Nice editing ..Thanks for the films which lets lets us know real heroes. The climax could have been improved a little bit .
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FarsheedJun 6, 2016
I like Clint Eastwood movies, but it was his best as a director even better than Million Dollar Baby and Mystic River. I wish he were younger to produce more masterpieces.
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MikeRowagreshanDec 10, 2016
Superbly done. Bradley Cooper brilliantly captures the emotions and psyche of a soldier affected by the moral and ethical complexities of war. To the negative reviewers: We might not like the realities of what's behind this story, but theseSuperbly done. Bradley Cooper brilliantly captures the emotions and psyche of a soldier affected by the moral and ethical complexities of war. To the negative reviewers: We might not like the realities of what's behind this story, but these soldiers are the only reason we have the freedom to sit home in our comfortable, safe little houses, and criticize their actions. And those same critics presume to have all the answers as to how the soldiers should feel, think, and act in these situations; as if they have battle experience and understand first-hand the psychological effects of having to kill with the end goal of saving lives.… Expand
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streupwafelDec 26, 2017
I was hoping this film would focus on the morally doubtful decisions made in warfare, and the way soldiers cope with this stress post-war. Why? Because all the posters have a feeling of satire: big murican flags, big guns, brave soldiers.I was hoping this film would focus on the morally doubtful decisions made in warfare, and the way soldiers cope with this stress post-war. Why? Because all the posters have a feeling of satire: big murican flags, big guns, brave soldiers. Unfortunately for me, that wasn't exactly satire and the whole film is full of American propaganda: Murica good, Iraqees evil. Shame on you, Eastwood.… Expand
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harvdog03Oct 31, 2018
One of the best movies I have ever seen. Top 10 for sure. Directed and acted with such perfection. It is a shame that it didn't win anything during awards season.
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drlowdonFeb 20, 2015
Based on a true story (as told in his book of the same name) American Sniper focuses on Chris Kyle, the man who would go on to become the deadliest sniper in US military history, as he embarks on four tours of Iraq.

There has been criticismBased on a true story (as told in his book of the same name) American Sniper focuses on Chris Kyle, the man who would go on to become the deadliest sniper in US military history, as he embarks on four tours of Iraq.

There has been criticism from some quarters that the larger issues of politics and the ethics of war have been largely ignored (and that will make many uncomfortable) but director Clint Eastwood has clearly set out to tell the story of one man's experience of war and, thanks to some gripping scenes and an excellent performance from Bradley Cooper, it does just that. Yes, it does become a little too 'Hollywood' on occasions, and it never quite reaches the same level of intensity or excellence achieved in Kathryn Bigelow's superb 'Hurt Locker' but its not far off on occasions and is well worth a watch.… Expand
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TyranianSep 16, 2019
This is a fairly moving and gripping war film with a very good performance by Bradley Cooper.
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SpangleMar 18, 2015
American Sniper is a solid film that has many, many faults, but has strengths that help it to overcome those faults. On the plus side, Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller are really good and work very well together. They make for a veryAmerican Sniper is a solid film that has many, many faults, but has strengths that help it to overcome those faults. On the plus side, Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller are really good and work very well together. They make for a very believable couple. In terms of Cooper alone, he certainly embodies Chris Kyle and just kills the part. He is fantastic. I really dug the fighting scenes as well. I thought they were all very well done and well shot. Dramatic, entertaining, and saddening, they all made a lasting impact that makes any scenes with PTSD very believable. The supporting cast was also relatively well done. You did feel that sense of brotherhood amongst the Navy Seals that made you understand the passion they felt for defending their fellow soldiers.

On the negative, I can see why many would call this pro-war and pro-America. A couple times for sure, this one portrayed the Americans as superheroes of sort who are indestructible, while casually overlooking the fact that they were all as blood thirsty as their enemy. They demonize an enemy sniper when Chris Kyle is literally the same guy, but he's an American so it's all cool. It is kind of weird, but is to be expected from a book written by Kyle himself. The pro-war aspect is undoubtedly entirely a Kyle contribution, due to how psychotic he was and how much he loved killing. While it does add in some guys struggling with PTSD and of course people who die or who are seriously wounded, the sheer joy Kyle gets from war is obvious. I would categorize this one all the same as anti-war, however, because of those aforementioned supporting characters who seem far more human and far more willing to show how war effects them. In Kyle's relationship with his wife, you can also see a lot of the anti-war element.

Overall, American Sniper is a solid war film that comes nowhere close to being as good as war films such as The Deer Hunter, Full Metal Jacket, and Saving Private Ryan, that deal with similar topics (obviously) and do so much, much better. However, it is acceptable and a good modern day war film, as the genre has been slacking of late.… Expand
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Compi24Jul 8, 2015
At an astounding 84 years young, Clint Eastwood continues to illustrate his filmic prowess with "American Sniper," a harrowing and emotional character study of a complicated figure, featuring a bulldozer of a performance from Bradley Cooper.
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DeeperlookMay 14, 2021
Base on a true story were a sociopath becomes a sniper and some how everyone loves him for it, then later throws Jesse Ventura under the bus for his personal gain.
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gracjanskiMay 10, 2020
The biggest problem of the movie is the annoying nationalism (no, it is not patriotism). Although there are some critical scenes in the movie, overall it is very one-sided and it is clear, who is holy and who is evil. This was disgusting,The biggest problem of the movie is the annoying nationalism (no, it is not patriotism). Although there are some critical scenes in the movie, overall it is very one-sided and it is clear, who is holy and who is evil. This was disgusting, especially if you know the background of the war against Iraq: It is the other way round. This means, this movie is propaganda.
In addition I would like this movie more, if they show us more about the psyche of the characters and for example, why the veteran shot him.

But still there are some good sides of the movie: The development of the main character is interesting. The wide perspectives during the action are great, much better than fast edited scenes from the near. Some scenes are great, because you ask yourself, what would you do? pull the trigger?… Expand
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diogomendesJun 17, 2015
Well acted and directed, but poorly paced and massively dull, "American Sniper" isn't propaganda like most people would led you to believe, but it's still a rather mediocre Clint Eastwood's offering, one that wastes its tension setup with aWell acted and directed, but poorly paced and massively dull, "American Sniper" isn't propaganda like most people would led you to believe, but it's still a rather mediocre Clint Eastwood's offering, one that wastes its tension setup with a main character that's not true to its based-in-real-life story.… Expand
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XeryusMay 15, 2015
Saw it twice in three days when it premiered in Italy, now I got the dvd..this is one of the best movies I've ever seen, ranking in my very own top ten...one of the best outings from Clint Eastwood..it deserved Oscars for Best Movie, BestSaw it twice in three days when it premiered in Italy, now I got the dvd..this is one of the best movies I've ever seen, ranking in my very own top ten...one of the best outings from Clint Eastwood..it deserved Oscars for Best Movie, Best Director and Best supporting actress...… Expand
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avr50Jun 21, 2017
The movie could be just ok, but the characters don´t mean anything to you. What I want to say is that i didn´t care for any of this characters, I was more interested in the photography and scenarios, the characters may die or not and to meThe movie could be just ok, but the characters don´t mean anything to you. What I want to say is that i didn´t care for any of this characters, I was more interested in the photography and scenarios, the characters may die or not and to me will be like nothing happened. The story is not as good to be a movie of 2 hours and 12 minutes. It´s strange to think that this movie was nomitaded at the oscars for best picture, maybe the voters just felt the "american proud ,powerful and invencible" fever that is present in the entire movie… Expand
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miccaelAug 31, 2019
It was sad movie, but I guess, it was needed. I knew Kile from Jocko WIllik and his podcast. They worked together. Movie is done well, Bradly Cooper is great actor! What else can I say? It's a war/PTSD movie. Graphic...
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alejandro970Sep 12, 2020
Without making moral prejudices or denunciation against the war, the story of Chris Kyle US Navy SEAL, is told, and his efforts to balance his duties as husband, father and the best in his rank, during the war intervention in the Middle East.Without making moral prejudices or denunciation against the war, the story of Chris Kyle US Navy SEAL, is told, and his efforts to balance his duties as husband, father and the best in his rank, during the war intervention in the Middle East. Something that is also appreciated is avoiding any tone of propaganda.Thank you, Mr. Eastwood.… Expand
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TrailesqueMay 1, 2017
A well-made, believable Iraq War movie, with another fine performance by Cooper. However, I think they screwed up by not showing the way Chris Kyle died. It may have been horrible but so was much of the violence in the film, and itA well-made, believable Iraq War movie, with another fine performance by Cooper. However, I think they screwed up by not showing the way Chris Kyle died. It may have been horrible but so was much of the violence in the film, and it certainly was a big part of his story.… Expand
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DominArsenDec 8, 2018
American Sniper
Difficile de dire que c'est un mauvais film. Il est réalisé par Clint Eastwood que je trouve bon réalisateur. Il nous fait suivre la vie de Chris Kyle un héros de guerre. Une bonne réalisation, une histoire de guerre desAmerican Sniper
Difficile de dire que c'est un mauvais film. Il est réalisé par Clint Eastwood que je trouve bon réalisateur. Il nous fait suivre la vie de Chris Kyle un héros de guerre. Une bonne réalisation, une histoire de guerre des musiques discrètes comme il le faut, mais un message que je n'ai pas trouvé clair cependant on passe un moment spécial pendant ce film.… Expand
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JLuis_001Sep 6, 2017
Bradley Cooper gave a great performance but in the end this is films is just an exaltation of the US army and the war machine.

Or in simple words: Propaganda.
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CoreGamer1408Aug 5, 2019
The sick, repulsive, savagery of children used as weapons and tortured to death are some of the worst horrors witnessed by the American sniper. His biggest regret is a very simple one. Which he tries to amend at the ultimate cost. TheThe sick, repulsive, savagery of children used as weapons and tortured to death are some of the worst horrors witnessed by the American sniper. His biggest regret is a very simple one. Which he tries to amend at the ultimate cost. The American sniper didn't see himself as hero when people claimed him to be, but just a person doing what he had to do. Powerful gripping stuff that told a "soldiers story" like it was from boots on the ground. With all the strong bonds of brotherhood it invokes. Easy to crap on the movie for people who have never served or don't know anyone close who has served. Ignorance is bliss and I have read many a fool review here.… Expand
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James_welch2001Apr 27, 2018
Telling the true story of American sniper Chris Kyle, AMERICAN SNIPER plods along through four very long tours of duty and tells a very good and action packed story i think that the actors work along side each other really well in the storyTelling the true story of American sniper Chris Kyle, AMERICAN SNIPER plods along through four very long tours of duty and tells a very good and action packed story i think that the actors work along side each other really well in the story line. the film is great for the family or when your with your friends of the night its just nice to crack open a little beverage and just sit back relax and enjoy the film with your friends or family. the film is filmed produced and edited to a very high and professional standard.… Expand
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FilipeNetoApr 26, 2020
This biographical film describes the military trajectory of Chris Kyle, a member of the SEAL's, the US Navy special operations unit, who was considered the most lethal sniper in American history. Over several service commissions in Iraq, heThis biographical film describes the military trajectory of Chris Kyle, a member of the SEAL's, the US Navy special operations unit, who was considered the most lethal sniper in American history. Over several service commissions in Iraq, he killed about 160 people, always in situations where he protected his own life or that of other American military personnel.

Personally, I really liked the film, I think it made a faithful account of the most important events in the life of the person portrayed and used the original material well, present in Kyle's autobiography. It was expertly directed by Clint Eastwood, who was perfectly capable of recreating the dangerous environment of the war, as well as the facts of Kyle's life. Being a film about a soldier more than about war, Eastwood focuses on his character, the portrait he wants to make of a man of integrity, brave, eager to help and make a difference. Eastwood gives us more than enough material to create a strong link between the audience and the main character, and that gives strength and sustains the film until the end. Another thing that the film shows are the psychological wounds that Kyle is having due to the war, to the point of emotionally distancing himself from his family. The film reasonably balances the portrait of a today's "war hero" with the intimate account of the secret inner pains and complexes of a man who feels that he has seen evil in its purest form.

Bradley Cooper was competent in the task of bringing Chris Kyle to life. As far as I was able to understand in the readings and research I do when I want to see a film I don't know, Cooper got to know Kyle and respected him a lot. It was certainly a project that he did with special commitment and affection, and this was reflected in the quality of his work. Technically, the film is flawless. Good special and sound effects, excellent sets, costumes and touches of authenticity in everything we can see. In addition to this, an excellent soundtrack.… Expand
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DiptanshuMar 9, 2020
Awesome!good acting and screenplay But kind of felt incomplete as per ending,it really showcase what it took to be soldiers To give up so many things in life and horrific war moments keep showing up in mind it turely captures that!a good movie.
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DawdlingPoetNov 27, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is I suppose a decent war film (drama/thriller), although it did feel quite cliched to me I suppose. I would have liked to have seen more emphasis on said sniper trying to adjust to life as a civilian after finishing his tours of duty, rather than the many war related action type scenes, which were (inevitably) shown. Said scenes felt cliched and predictable to me - perhaps not entirely but mostly in any case. I didn't feel especially engrossed in it to start with but as the plot develops and we see the titular character returning from action and coming to terms, if but slowly, with what he'd done and becoming accustomed to civilian life, it felt more intriguing. Its true to say that there were some pretty tense moments during war action scenes at times, when said sniper became at risk of comitting certain things and I found myself concerned for what might happen but, as I say at other times it seemed a bit too predictable (grim).

Its a sobering watch - it was a bit too slow to build up the plot for my own personal taste and it isn't what I'd call a great film, or very good as such but its ok. I'm not sure I'd specifically recommend this as such, its not awful but its also not great, hence my 5 out of 10 rating.… Expand
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DMLYxCriticJan 18, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Another war film for Clint Eastwood, American Sniper is an enjoyable film, and does any good war film justice. The cinematography was good, although it got pretty dark during that sandstorm climax. The acting was also good, but definitely not one of Cooper's best. The main problematic thing is the story and its coherence. The viewers are left baffled when it comes to the timeline of the film, and I think it has to do with the editing. Overall, this was a good film about the horrors of war and the hell soldiers face in an out of it.… Expand
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MrPajamasSep 28, 2020
American Sniper is one of my favorite movies ever, mainly because I love the military theme. Apart from the movies, I'm also a big fan of the Battlefield and Call of Duty game series, but now back to the movies. The American sniper has anAmerican Sniper is one of my favorite movies ever, mainly because I love the military theme. Apart from the movies, I'm also a big fan of the Battlefield and Call of Duty game series, but now back to the movies. The American sniper has an excellent story about sniper Chris Kyle. The soundtrack is nice and the environment is absolutely excellent. I would recommend the film to fans of the army, but most fans of war films will probably find something for themselves here.… Expand
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geewahJan 20, 2021
Not a bad movie but one of the more overrated movies of late and seriously not worthy of an Oscar nomination.
A solid yet simplistic biopic.
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Riddhiman2003Aug 31, 2021
The real reason this movie resonates with us is because of its core philosophical theme. At the beginning of the film, Chris Kyle's father talks of three kinds of personalities children might grow to adopt in this world- (1) the ones whoThe real reason this movie resonates with us is because of its core philosophical theme. At the beginning of the film, Chris Kyle's father talks of three kinds of personalities children might grow to adopt in this world- (1) the ones who commit a societal injustice, like Wolves (2) the ones who never speak out against it fearing retaliation, like Sheep (3) the ones who sacrifice and boldly fight for those who can't fight for themselves, like Sheepdogs. Quick glance, and we will always find ourselves picking the third as the best of them all. And we think we are justified in doing so- but real life grows out to be more complicated than what we might think. This is exactly what this incredible true story delves into.

On the surface, the story plays out simply as a relentless patriotic soldier who is trying hard to fight a war in a foreign land to bring terrorists to justice. Despite the imminent risks involved, he is willing to sacrifice anything for the honor and glory of his country and to rescue his fellow soldiers. He doesn't care if this costs him in his personal life. This seems like a pretty noble pursuit. It earns him a military title- "LEGEND" along with loads of fame from his other colleagues. He even manages to rescue many dying soldiers on his way and reunites them with their loved ones. In short- he becomes a prized asset to the US army, a symbol of courage and hope amidst the devastating war.

But as the film proceeds, the audience is made to realize the dark impact the war's unavoidable bloodshed has on Chris' soul and how it gradually affects his personality, subconsciously. This is shown by cleverly cross-cutting between his wars in Iraq and his family life back home, where his wife repeatedly persuades him to live the simple life of a family man. But deep down he hesitates letting go of his 'savior-mentality' and figures out reasons to justify his own actions to himself. He starts suffering from hypertension, which adversely impacts his temper and sabotages his personal relationships. The war's trauma prevents him from feeling the joy of being around his own wife and kids as he should.

As Chris is pushed to his emotional breaking point towards the end of the film, we're put to a very deep personal conflict- "honor & glory" vs "family & love". And the film's ending scenes justifiably answer this strong dilemma by transforming Chris' character, and teaches us to value that which is actually important in life.

Last, but not the least, the cinematography adopted for filming the sniper-shooting scenes is marvelous. It draws us into Chris' mind as he emotionally wrestles with the tough choices on battlefield that question his humanity and his loyalty to America. The exceptional score that plays along, emphasizes on these pivotal story beats making us feel through his pursuit.… Expand
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NickTheCritickApr 12, 2022
Film really full of patriotism, sentimentality and Americanism. One of Eastwood's worst films along with Million Dollar Baby and Flags of our father.
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DarkwingSchmuckJul 27, 2023
An overlong, but well directed biopic that tells you nothing meaningful about its subject in any way.
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