During the Bosnian War, Danijel, a soldier fighting for the Serbs, re-encounters Ajla, a Bosnian who's now a captive in his camp he oversees. Their once promising connection has become ambiguous as their motives have changed.
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 5 wins & 6 nominations.
Top Critics Reviews
rotten:
Although Jolie's good intentions are easy to admire, those characters are hard to believe, and the bloody narrative has an oddly bloodless effect.
– Rick Groen,
Globe and Mail,
20 Jan 2012
rotten:
With its broad strokes, this invitation to an important discussion is hard to ignore, but the blood and honey on the table is an unpalatable mix.
– Joe Williams,
St. Louis Post-Dispatch,
3 Feb 2012
fresh:
It's a tough, clear-eyed look at a ghastly ethnic war, with an admirably wide perspective that affords compassion for both sides.
– Rafer Guzman,
Newsday,
3 Feb 2012
fresh:
The film's key twist seems a bit underdeveloped, but there's no avoiding the horror the film captures. Even in modern times, what monsters men can be.
– Tom Long,
Detroit News,
3 Feb 2012
fresh:
Overall, Jolie has nothing to be embarrassed about and much of which to be proud with this movie. Even in moments where the film doesn't quite work, she shows ample evidence of ambition and a discerning director's eye.