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JackFlynnMay 21, 2023

You've seen this before ... borrows action scenes from Lone Survivor, plot elements from Zero Dark Thirty. It feels competent, nothing more. The acting was OK-ish. I was aware that it had a story I wanted to like and get drawn into, but itYou've seen this before ... borrows action scenes from Lone Survivor, plot elements from Zero Dark Thirty. It feels competent, nothing more. The acting was OK-ish. I was aware that it had a story I wanted to like and get drawn into, but it just fell flat.… Expand

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yanis_rtxMay 13, 2023

Interesting plot drown in bad cinematography, boring music, unrealistic action scenes and unconsistent pace. Guy Ritchie, welcome to the direct to streaming world !

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5

bertobellamyJul 24, 2023

Ah, the good ol' military propaganda that justifies invading a country. Yes, this is entertaining, but Guy Ritchie didn't even bother to be subtle with this white savior film.

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6

Brent_MarchantApr 23, 2023

As the two-decade-long war in Afghanistan relentlessly raged on, the US military hired scores of locals to serve as interpreters in the conflict against the Taliban, a risky proposition for these Afghan nationals, given that they were seen byAs the two-decade-long war in Afghanistan relentlessly raged on, the US military hired scores of locals to serve as interpreters in the conflict against the Taliban, a risky proposition for these Afghan nationals, given that they were seen by their countrymen as traitors. In exchange for their services, however, they were promised a hefty reward – visas to emigrate to America for themselves and their families. Nevertheless, this promise often came with undisclosed strings, particularly lengthy delays for issuing the documents, leaving the interpreters in the lurch as they anxiously awaited their flight to freedom. Their story is the subject of “Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant,” an amalgamation of the interpreters’ wartime experiences told through the tale of a heroic translator, Ahmed (Dar Salim), who rescues his commanding officer, Sgt. John Kinley (Jake Gyllenhaal), under perilous conditions but who is subsequently forced into hiding after his story receives widespread attention and makes him a highly valued Taliban target. When Sgt. Kinley is safely at home and hears what happened to his colleague, he vows to return to Afghanistan to secure refuge for the man who saved his life. Movies about extricating those trapped behind enemy lines are common in the annals of filmdom, and this offering is very much cut from the same cloth (save for the venue), so there’s not much that really differentiates it from comparable offerings. However, the film’s superbly executed second half – a far cry better than its overlong, sometimes-tedious first hour – helps to make up for this. The back end also features far better writing than what’s found in the trite, corny war movie dialogue of the opening act. And it helps that the picture has a superb score and is beautifully shot. It’s just unfortunate that the two halves of this release aren’t on par with one another, as that would have made for a much better film, even with a narrative as fundamentally formulaic as this one. I must admit that I’m always somewhat skeptical about movies that have an individual’s name at the beginning of the title (makes me think the studio/distributor is trying too hard to sell it, based on the individual’s reputation than the quality of the work at hand), and I suppose I should have maintained more of that skepticism where this film is concerned. While “The Covenant” is far from a bad picture, it certainly could have been better (or at least better balanced), and then it wouldn’t have had to rely on the director’s name at the top of the marquee to coax viewers into the theater.… Expand

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Mauro_LanariJun 21, 2023

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Ritchie steps out of his comfort zone and very professionally films an epic and dramatic buddy movie centered on the value of friendship. It would have been a theme congenial to John Milius (does anyone still remember him?),(Mauro Lanari)
Ritchie steps out of his comfort zone and very professionally films an epic and dramatic buddy movie centered on the value of friendship. It would have been a theme congenial to John Milius (does anyone still remember him?), while the peculiar style of the dyslexic director and Madonna's former husband is less so.
PS: Jake with a beard doesn't grow hair on his neck while he's injured. A superfluous detail like the protagonists who always wake up already wearing makeup.… Expand

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5

Dee-Jay_DeliAug 5, 2023

Well-acted and shot, but the "streaming" look & lighting really ruin the immersion.

Unfortunately you can tell this was almost entirely shot inside a movie set.

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s33c33Jul 1, 2023

Not so bad. But not so great as well. If you have an itch to watch a military action movie this may scratch the itch but is somewhat forgettable. The context though is something people may have forgotten about and should remember.

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UncleWillardMay 10, 2023

I have to say I was disappointed in Covenant. It played as one of those fictionalized documentaries you see on the Military Channel or A&E. Jake Gyllenhaal (does he have something wrong with his voice? He sounded all breathy) seemed to haveI have to say I was disappointed in Covenant. It played as one of those fictionalized documentaries you see on the Military Channel or A&E. Jake Gyllenhaal (does he have something wrong with his voice? He sounded all breathy) seemed to have phoned it in as did the Middle Eastern actor (Ahmed). It just seems I've seen this before and multiple times. I can appreciate the story it's telling, but I'd much rather see a documentary about this. The fictionalized account didn't really add anything. It was a competent action movie and I'm a big Guy Ritchie fan.… Expand

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JLuis_001Apr 28, 2023

Guy Ritchie steps out of the comfort zone in which he had settled with his last three films and opts for a different path of action unlike anything he had done before.

Right off the bat, it has to be admitted that its plot is more of aGuy Ritchie steps out of the comfort zone in which he had settled with his last three films and opts for a different path of action unlike anything he had done before.

Right off the bat, it has to be admitted that its plot is more of a simple excuse for the action to unfold than anything else, but there are far worse players in this film game, and they are more easily forgiven because they are more accustomed to doing the same thing instead of this director and his star.

If memory serves me right, this is the first warfare movie that Jake Gyllenhaal has starred in since Jarhead and it's clear that he's a better actor than those who usually only do combat action movies.
So it goes without saying that, both in terms of its workmanship and its leading man, The Covenant is above average.

It will hardly leave an impression beyond a few days after seeing it, but I found it a better film than Operation Fortune, The Wrath of Man, Aladdin and his King Arthur. And that's plenty enough.… Expand

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infraReconMay 11, 2023

Ah yes, another Guy Ritchie movie, This one is not too shabby. In fact, a good watch, though the problems in this film hold it back, just a little.

Firstly the music, in the first half of the film doesn't work at all. In the second half, yesAh yes, another Guy Ritchie movie, This one is not too shabby. In fact, a good watch, though the problems in this film hold it back, just a little.

Firstly the music, in the first half of the film doesn't work at all. In the second half, yes it works well.

Secondly, the cinematography is all over the place, I don't mean the scenes are out of place, it's just the shots taken aren't of a good cinematic type, like if you were to be in the film. It just feels like a weird combination of someone holding a camera or wide shots. They work sometimes but most of the time not really.

Thirdly, ok there is no Thirdly since this is based on a true occurrence. Everything else in this movie is good and really captivates you during the second half. So 8/10, If the problems above were fixed it would have been a perfect cinematic translation from real events to film.
Overall I like these films, It shows almost the real struggle soldiers have to go through during their service for their country, while personally, I find war quite stupid (for obvious reasons), I understand that it is a necessary evil for peace.

That's all I'm saying, It's a nice film overall, good job.… Expand

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3

TorrettaMay 12, 2023

1980's childish american war hero story. Call of Duty is more realistic than this.

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6

MystichydraMay 13, 2023

It's ultimately disappointing. The screenplay was just awful, and a good amount of the actors did poorly. It's also largely unbelievable, and the 'brotherhood' or whatever they are trying to portray felt really contrived. Lame and clicheIt's ultimately disappointing. The screenplay was just awful, and a good amount of the actors did poorly. It's also largely unbelievable, and the 'brotherhood' or whatever they are trying to portray felt really contrived. Lame and cliche lines like 'you never buy me dinner first', just sound like a first draft. The soundtrack is probably the best thing about this movie. Awesome string work, and it created more tension than any visual thing did. Guy Ritchie has obviously made some classics. But don't forget, this is also the same writer and director who made Swept Away.… Expand

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8

gingerninja11May 19, 2023

a surprising and emotional journey that hints at the atrocities of US engagement in the middle east and how poorly we honored agreements with those that supported us, yet also making us believe that there may have been some who went above anda surprising and emotional journey that hints at the atrocities of US engagement in the middle east and how poorly we honored agreements with those that supported us, yet also making us believe that there may have been some who went above and beyond to protect those foreigners who gave everything to support us. felt like a bit of whitewashing, but it was a beautiful story and really struck home when thinking about my friends who have served in the military and how much their word meant to them.… Expand

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DunkaccinoJun 25, 2023

The Covenant is a more than competent war movie with explosions and gunfire, but it is also a gripping survival adventure and a story of integrity and unity.

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8

JoseyWales0187Jun 15, 2023

Good Movie, well worth the watch. Best war film since Hurtlocker & Zero Dark Thirty.

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3

MetacriticOnurMay 14, 2023

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9

JugmonkeyApr 22, 2023

Great flick. Don't listen to the whiners. Action, suspense, good solid flick

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10

Cloud96xMay 2, 2023

Movie was really fun. If you go with the mindset of just having fun you will enjoy it. Noticing the details of the game in the movie was really fun too.

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Voodoo123Aug 18, 2023

Great cinematography and cast carry the basic plot through to inevitable conclusion. I'm not sure if this was the intention but much of the film felt like a western with some great shots of the various landscapes. Interactions with the localsGreat cinematography and cast carry the basic plot through to inevitable conclusion. I'm not sure if this was the intention but much of the film felt like a western with some great shots of the various landscapes. Interactions with the locals as Ahmed makes his way to is territory. There are few surprises in the film but it was a very good production quality.… Expand

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SoulWarfareJun 24, 2023

Guy Ritchie is known for his fast-paced, kinetic style, fun dialogue, over-the-top characters and violence.

The Covenant is none of that. It is the least Guy Ritchie movie he has ever made and it is terrific. It is a suspenseful war thrillerGuy Ritchie is known for his fast-paced, kinetic style, fun dialogue, over-the-top characters and violence.

The Covenant is none of that. It is the least Guy Ritchie movie he has ever made and it is terrific. It is a suspenseful war thriller with intense action scenes. The subject of Afghanistan military interpreters is taken very seriously and with impressive restraint compared to his usual bombastic style.

The cinematography is great, the score is terrific in elevating the tension, and everyone gives a great performance with special mention to Dar Salim as the interpreter. It is just a very entertaining movie.… Expand

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7

eded9999Aug 18, 2023

Considering this is just "Streaming Content" the movie is decent enough.

The action feels good at first but at the end of the movie you got the usual 30 minions that can not shoot straight and just run to the good guys bullets.

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8

PucrettubJun 29, 2023

Let's get the mediocre out of the way: the sound track and cinematography are nothing special, as others have brought up. Dialog was overall a "meh". The enemy wasn't full on canon fodder, but definitely the middle of that road. But thatLet's get the mediocre out of the way: the sound track and cinematography are nothing special, as others have brought up. Dialog was overall a "meh". The enemy wasn't full on canon fodder, but definitely the middle of that road. But that was kind of the only part of the action that started leaning towards the "over the top", IMO.

Beyond that: it's not perfect, but definitely one of the better military movies in at least the past few years. Some of the characters were lacking, but held up by some of the major roles. Ahmed was a awesome, and so was Kinley, but both made mistakes that helped ground them from becoming John Wicks. A couple other side characters helped, and the overall story, beats, and pacing worked pretty well. I would honestly give it a 7.5, but since I do think it's worth seeing, I will lean it towards an eight here. Not like there are a ton of 8+ movies the past couple of years IMO, so worth a view.… Expand

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DAKLUCMay 21, 2023

A new step for Guy Ritchie. But the pitch is of such high quality. Instead of drowning, it's better to give a chance. And not to send him back to do "humor"

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davemelbourne58Apr 24, 2023

War buddies.
No man left behind.
Guy Ritchie wratches up the tension, and you thank your lucky stars you were born in America, and not under an oppesssive regime found in Afghanistan. I liked how the movie felt like you were being drugWar buddies.
No man left behind.
Guy Ritchie wratches up the tension, and you thank your lucky stars you were born in America, and not under an oppesssive regime found in Afghanistan. I liked how the movie felt like you were being drug through the sand and the mountains, and you had no clue if you were going to make it out alive or not. War is Hell.
Thank God there are brave soldiers who make sacrifices for all of us.Much respect to our brave soldiers. We owe you a great debt.… Expand

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7

M4R71NAug 21, 2023

Interesting plot with really good cinematography, acting and suspense. Gyllenhaal's acting is always on point!

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Jerm2May 10, 2023

This is genuinely one of the best films I’ve seen in years. The story is engaging, intense and played out well with great acting. Dar Salim was made for his role his this movie. Jake Gyllenhaal was as great as usual. 10/10 couldn’t recommendThis is genuinely one of the best films I’ve seen in years. The story is engaging, intense and played out well with great acting. Dar Salim was made for his role his this movie. Jake Gyllenhaal was as great as usual. 10/10 couldn’t recommend this movie enough.… Expand

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alanpotter17Jun 23, 2023

Está sendo um ano particularmente bom para filmes de ação. Considerando que "Fast" X ainda mantem certo fôlego, e a plasticidade vívida de "Extraction 2", Guy Ritchie entrega um filme com roteiro apurado, ótima ambientação e tensão, eEstá sendo um ano particularmente bom para filmes de ação. Considerando que "Fast" X ainda mantem certo fôlego, e a plasticidade vívida de "Extraction 2", Guy Ritchie entrega um filme com roteiro apurado, ótima ambientação e tensão, e contando com muitos tiros e muita câmera tremida para passar sua mensagem, meio condecedente sim ao olhar norte-americano, mas sempre crítico e humano.
Uma lei nos EUA estabeleceu que serviços prestados por nativos do Afeganistão à equipe militar instalada no país em 2001 poderia ter como benefício o visto para o país. Obviamente todos nós sabemos as atrocidades cometidas por Estado comandado pelo talibã, e talvez o único erro do filme seja não aprofundar o quanto o governo norte-americano tem sua parcela de culpa nisso, uma vez que as relações internacionais nas terras do Tio Sam sempre foi para medir forças e aumentar o potencial bélico de países não alinhados à cartilha do FMI.
Mas quer saber? Pondo de lado as discussões geoplíticas (com ressalvas, claro, já que não se pode apartá-las como um todo) o saldo é extremamente positivo. Até mesmo o cuidado com a linguagem, com os personagens principais sendo bem dimensionados e, muito importante, bem interpretados, fez com que todo o saldo soasse muito positivo.
Ao conduzir sua tropa com um nativo afegão que cumpre o papel de ser intérprete em suas missões para localizar explosivos, o sargento John Kinley se vê numa emboscada, onde perde quase todos os seus homens.
A cena em que são encurraladas mostra a exata dimensão do medo, com alvos desconhecidos e vindo de lugares inesperados. Algumas cenas antes, entretanto, é necessário dizer que a lealdade do intérprete Ahmed fora posta à prova, sendo muito bem sucedida. Então, o intérprete e o sargento ficam sós numa área desértica dominada pelo talibã, e aqui realmente pensei que o filme fosse descambar para o modo "Rambo", mas não é bem assim. Claro que há muita complacência do roteiro, mas as emoções vividas ali e o suspense criado ficaram excelentes, provando o heroísmo individual como fórmula certeira de se fazer cinema.
Contudo, o filme de Rithcie abre espaço para se discutir a diplomacia nos tempos de guerra e o quanto a burocracia e o aparelho de estado está acima dos indivíduos. John Kinley é salvo, ganha condecorações, tem um certo prestígio, mas se vê acuado, sem honra, pois seu amigo intérprete não teve o mesmo sucesso que ele, tendo que viver às escondidas no Afeganistão. Cabe ao roteiro conduzir o filme para o seu final previsível, claro, mas feito com muita competência.
Embora o roteiro seja esquemático, é baseado em números reais. Desde que saiu do Afeganistão em 2021, tem ocorrido perseguições a pessoas e suas famílias que prestaram algum tipo de serviço aos EUA. A brutalidade da guerra, seus efeitos psicológicos, são todos muito reais. A sequência em que mostra o sargento relembrando em flash tudo o que vivera é demasiadamente bem construída.
Assim, contando com interpretações excelentes e humanas, temos um exemplar de filme de ação que está acima da média, entregando uma história rica tecnicamente, mesmo com um roteiro básico, mas bem amarrado. Como eu queria ver um filme tão divertido quanto "Fast X", com cenas de ação filmadas feito "Extraction 2" e com um roteiro lapidado e humano assim como este "The covenant". Seria certamente uma obra-prima.… Expand

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valcirleisantosJul 11, 2023

Um ótimo filme que te prende do início ao fim, deixando momentos de roer as unhas. Uma pena não ter sido exibido nos cinemas.

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AREXPMay 26, 2023

Entertainment: 4/5

Score/Screenplay/Sound/Stunts: 4/5 Acting: 3/5 Story: 3.5/5 Length: 3/5 Is it worth watching a second time: No Watch it Alone or In a Group Setting: Alone Keywords: War, Refugee, Military, Intelligence, Rescue P.S.Entertainment: 4/5

Score/Screenplay/Sound/Stunts: 4/5

Acting: 3/5

Story: 3.5/5 Length: 3/5

Is it worth watching a second time: No

Watch it Alone or In a Group Setting: Alone

Keywords: War, Refugee, Military, Intelligence, Rescue

P.S. Good movie, Brings light to all the refugees and what's really happening during wars, They could have made it 15 mins shorter and it would've been better.… Expand

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BeefstewOnyouApr 22, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Guy Ritchie is a guys guy. A man of brute wisdom. A cashmere caveman. This isn’t so much a graduation for him in his film making direction, but a gentle reminder that he is THAT man. Jake, phenomenal as always. Ínstense, funny, continuously showing us there is no character he can’t play. Dar is the Dwayne the Rock Johnson in Denmark. Well, hello world. Meet your new Hollywood hero. Dar was the eye of the hurricane in this film and brought both intensity and vulnerability. Bravo. The lads that played the Special Forces squad were on point. We’ll cast group- all solid in their performance. Would have loved to see more of them, but movie must go on.

Tommy Lee Miller, Alexander Ludwig and Anthony Starr, all loved and respected for their own characters on their own shows was a smart casting by the GR team. Bringing in the fans of The Boys, Vikings, Trainspotting (thought I was going to say Elementary didn’t ya?). On point.

Cast was great. Story got to the point. Hollywood action that Tom Cruise keeps trying to bring back into the cinemas- GR DID.

Would love to see if Guy is really up for the next Bond film. Would love to see his take. Snatch meets the Covenant would be prime.… Expand

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MilanBadaApr 30, 2023

Fun movie. Guy Ritchie never disappoints. Can't wait for digital release so I can watch it again.

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8

o1nkJun 1, 2023

Хороший фильм.
Понятно что сама история очень сказочна и невероятна, но считаю что под этой красивой оберткой скрывается глубокий смысл и огромная благодарность тем, кому так и не удалось помочь.
Фильм держит в напряжении, экшн сцены отличныеХороший фильм.
Понятно что сама история очень сказочна и невероятна, но считаю что под этой красивой оберткой скрывается глубокий смысл и огромная благодарность тем, кому так и не удалось помочь.
Фильм держит в напряжении, экшн сцены отличные и реалистичные, хотя в финале немного перегибают, но опять же - это кино. Операторская работа и звук также хороши. Не жалею потраченного времени, стоит Вашего внимания и просмотра.… Expand

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GreatKLLMay 31, 2023

Great movie! As a girl who hates gun-shooting movies, I truly enjoyed it. No shaking camera in action scenes is a great deal.
The film delivers a great message with an engagingly written plot. No matter which political view you are having,Great movie! As a girl who hates gun-shooting movies, I truly enjoyed it. No shaking camera in action scenes is a great deal.
The film delivers a great message with an engagingly written plot. No matter which political view you are having, while in 2023 a lot of virtues have been a distant memory, Guy Ritchie's the covenant delivers a great story as suggested in its title.… Expand

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Redmch91Jul 6, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The good: not a ton of unnecessary, explanatory dialog. You get the stakes and the weight of the situation(s) through common sense rather than exposition. The bond between soldiers on the team is palpable.

The bad: the interpreter makes James Bond, Ethan Hunt, Bobby Lee Swagger, etc. Look like amateur gunmen. This dude has an entirely unexplained particular set of skills that dwarfs the soldiers.… Expand

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dundoSep 12, 2023

7 stars
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goodnightoppyAug 22, 2023

No no no no no no reason for this film to exist. Nothing new. How pretentious is it that the minor director added his name to the title? This guy is done. I will never watch another one of his money-grabbing attempts at movie making again.

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