Courage Under Fire

Name: Courage Under Fire
Director: Edward Zwick
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Mystery, War
Released: 1996-01-01
Duration: 116 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Denzel Washington, Meg Ryan, Lou Diamond Phillips, Michael Moriarty, Matt Damon

1996Dir. Edward Zwick1h 56m

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Runtime1h 56m

Released1996

Budget$46M

Box office$100.9M

DirectorEdward Zwick

About This Movie

Courage Under Fire unfolds like a tense puzzle, blending drama and mystery with a military backdrop. Zwick's direction brings a gritty realism that immerses you in the moral ambiguity of war and honor. Denzel Washington delivers a nuanced performance as the troubled officer, grappling with his past mistakes while trying to piece together the truth behind the chopper commander's actions. The pacing keeps you engaged, with moments of introspection counterbalancing the suspense. The atmosphere is heavy, underscored by haunting visuals and practical effects that ground the story. It’s not just about the Medal of Honor; it dives into the complexities of heroism and guilt, and how narratives can shift in the face of truth.

Nuanced performancesIntriguing moral dilemmasTense atmosphere