Fresh
Effective radical agitprop, relentless in its anger, this film is more outspoken about contemporary racism in England than any other feature that comes to mind.
Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader
Overview
A retired British soldier struggles to adjust to everyday life, with increasing difficulty.
Director and cast
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31%
Tomatometer
Rotten
This is a serious subject, and worthy of a serious journalistic report. That is not, however, what For Queen and Country is.
Dave Kehr, Chicago Tribune
Rotten
The choice of Washington doesn't help: he isn't bad in the part, but his accent strays absurdly. More worrying is the often corny plotting, the by now tired-looking exploitation of Broadwater violence, and a preposterous shootout ending.
Stephen Garrett, Time Out
Fresh
In a terrifically subtle and powerful performance, Mr. Washington is true to the modest, struggling man he plays. His expression registers restrained anger and much confusion.
Caryn James, New York Times
Rotten
For Queen & Country is suspense-free, a laboriously paced look at the poor man's impotence in an unjust society.
Rita Kempley, Washington Post
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