MPAA Rating: R Content Advisory: Violence, Profanity, Drug Content Movie Release: 2006 DVD Release: 03/13/2007 Format:DVD - Color,Enhanced Wide Screen Letterbox for 16x9 TV Audio Tracks: English, Spanish Subtitles: English SwapaDVD Credits: 1 Number of Discs: 1 Run Time: 1 hrs 56 mins Studio:Weinstein Company Total Copies: 12 Genres:Crime, Police Drama See Also:Harsh Times [HD DVD], Harsh Times [Blu-ray]
DVD Synopsis
An unstable Gulf War veteran with a savior complex receives a shocking wake-up call upon returning stateside and accepting a position with the Department of Homeland Security in the directorial debut of Training Day screenwriter David Ayer. Jim (Christian Bale) is a Gulf War veteran who believes his sworn duty to protect his fellow Americans extends to the streets of Los Angeles, and he longs to fulfill his destiny by joining the LAPD. Rejected by the force and left to ponder his future with his impoverished Mexican paramour -- whom he had intended on bringing to the city after joining the police -- the dejected and unemployed veteran is offered a second shot at helping his country when he is subsequently approached by the Department of Homeland Security. As Jim and his unemployed best friend, Mike (Freddy Rodriguez), carve a swath of chaos through the streets of Los Angeles, the weight of their American dream soon comes crashing down in a devastating blow that threatens to dash their high hopes for a bright future. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
Sarah F. (keanupattinson) from INDIANAPOLIS, IN wrote on 7/6/2009...
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Wow. You cannot watch this movie without thinking about it for days after wards. This is one of Christian Bale's best performances. Truly.
Freddy Rodriquez is almost unknown but I'm pretty sure you'll know him after you watch this.
Really very good. Love this movie.
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