Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk

TriStar Pictures | Release Date: November 11, 2016

6.0	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 69 Ratings

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DirigiblePulpJul 4, 2017

This is a good movie. All the discussion about it surrounds the technology used in making it, and that's necessary, but it's not the whole story -- nor is it NOT the story as others would have you believe. The simple fact is that this is aThis is a good movie. All the discussion about it surrounds the technology used in making it, and that's necessary, but it's not the whole story -- nor is it NOT the story as others would have you believe. The simple fact is that this is a well-acted and at times completely engrossing anti-war picture, one that is more often than not, yes, let down by some of the failings of trying to show off the tech. Some scenes come across as incredibly "stage-y" for lack of a better word, and the lighting can be overlit fluorescent too often (like a docudrama).

However, that being said, I did have the pleasure of actually being able to see this on 3D bluray and I must say it's absolutely the most stunning 3D I think I've ever seen. There's an incredible amount of depth to so many scenes -- sometimes it's showy, but sometimes it's in service of the story like when Billy comes home and the entrance hallway seems to stretch on forever out in front of him, inviting him in to its embrace but also providing a dark trap. The essential conundrum, the doublethink, at the center of his inner workings.… Expand

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bfoore90Apr 27, 2017

Obviously not a movie for everyone but a brilliant piece of satire nonetheless. It takes a look at our young hero, Billy Lynn, a fresh faced, wide eyed Texan who after performing a heroic action caught on camera is involved in a promotionalObviously not a movie for everyone but a brilliant piece of satire nonetheless. It takes a look at our young hero, Billy Lynn, a fresh faced, wide eyed Texan who after performing a heroic action caught on camera is involved in a promotional propaganda tour. It takes a look at the jingoism and greed that our country shows when it comes to our brave service men and women. It has its flaws, the way its shot makes it kind of awkward and a few weird scenes but overall, its a solid look at war and a solid film for all involved.… Expand

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yujiaNov 20, 2016

A beautifully-shot masterpiece! It talks about issues that are deeper than war and troops. I didn't think it was possible, but I actually like this movie better than Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi. How can anyone hate this? The movie goesA beautifully-shot masterpiece! It talks about issues that are deeper than war and troops. I didn't think it was possible, but I actually like this movie better than Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi. How can anyone hate this? The movie goes extremely deep. I really hope Ang Lee will win academy again as best director, even best picture!… Expand

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LeZeeJun 15, 2017

Game, music, celebration, romance, emotion, family, friends and the war!

After giving the career best, the director Ang Lee returned with this which is quite a long gap for him between the films. He has fallen back to the average, like usualGame, music, celebration, romance, emotion, family, friends and the war!

After giving the career best, the director Ang Lee returned with this which is quite a long gap for him between the films. He has fallen back to the average, like usual whenever he gives a masterpiece. Most directors do that. This film was adapted from the book of the same name. It was not a full fledged war film. It has soldiers, but one day event theme where they are on the short break to homeland to participate in the felicitation programme for their victory.

The story closely focused on the young soldier, Billy, Lynn. He was the centre of the event, a war hero. During his stay, he recalls the original event. What really happened and what else he could have done. Apart from that, enjoying the day with a game from the stadium, dance, musics and many more. Meeting family has a sub-plot that reveals about his choice to join the army. Overall, a memorable day with happy and sad incidents.

So my first thought in the initial stage was like it is another film similar to the 2009's 'The Messenger'. No, it was not. It was completely different than anything I've seen so far. Refreshing, but not captivating. If you are okay with simple, yet want a feel strong, this is it. It is kind of like mixed result film. Great casting and strong performances. Wonderful debute for the lead actor.

On the other side, mix of colourful, full of music, emotional, romantic, thrilling presentation. A bit Americanised, like the film events and the patriotism. So, a much better suitable film for the domestic audience than the rest of the world, perhaps excluding western world. Even though, watching it once is no harm or not bad.

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