On paper this movie looked quite intriguing (different interpretations of the truth and such), but the mystery angle is actually secondary to the personal dramas, the battle scenes and the glorification of military ideals. The director drags his feet through the plot, while the music score swells and Meg Ryan (one of my favorite actresses) struggles with a role she is obviously miscast in. Denzel Washington, on the other hand, gives a very, very fine performance, making some moments (like his "confession" at the end) much more moving than they would've been otherwise. (**)
Review of Courage Under Fire
