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Citizen Soldier

2016·Movie
1h 45min
72
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High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Violence8

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

War, everyday modern life, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

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About

Real People. Real Heroes.

CITIZEN SOLDIER is a dramatic feature film, told from the point of view of a group of Soldiers in the Oklahoma Army National Guard's 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, known since World War II as the "Thunderbirds.” Set in one of the most dangerous parts of Afghanistan at the height of the surge, it is a heart-pounding, heartfelt grunts' eye-view of the war. A modern day Band of Brothers, Citizen Soldier tells the true story of a group of young Soldiers and their life-changing tour of duty in Afghanistan, offering an excruciatingly personal look into modern warfare, brotherhood, and patriotism. Using real footage from multiple cameras, including helmet cams, these Citizen Soldiers give the audience an intimate view into the chaos and horrors of combat and, in the process, display their bravery and valor under the most hellish of conditions.
Gritty War DramaDocumentary StyleEmotional BrotherhoodAfghanistan ConflictRealistic CombatPatriotic TributePsychological Toll of WarIntense TensionHeartfelt Narrative

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Where can I stream Citizen Soldier legally?

Citizen Soldier is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Citizen Soldier worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Citizen Soldier rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Citizen Soldier?

1 h 45 min

Citizen Soldier runs 1 h 45 min.

Is Citizen Soldier based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Citizen Soldier?

Critics77
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Citizen Soldier much the same way.

What language is Citizen Soldier in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Citizen Soldier?

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