Amanda Maynard

This movie was my attempt to take a break from a project I'm writing. I just wanted a brainless action movie to tell me what would happen in a civil war. I got that and I didn't. More than anything, I got a movie from an unexpected perspective that made me think. But it was still a welcome break from my project. While my intention was to choose a movie I could veg out on, the thought-provoking creativity of the film has been incredibly refreshing. I expected drivel. I got art. Many reviews complain that the premise isn't clear. What started the war? What were the black-and-white sides? The point is: in war, there aren't any. We're flawed humans, fighting for what we believe to the point that the message can become convoluted. Sometimes, we even forget what we're fighting for to begin with. I love that they pointed out that there were American citizens in complete denial of the war. The sides were vague and nuanced. Most were just war-torn communities, pushed violently out of their lives into camps and upheaval. It may not have been comfortable, but it pointed out considerations that we tend not to acknowledge. There were people taking advantage. Even the towns where the citizens tried to retain a sense of normalcy were altered and involved. Having been written from the perspective of war journalists gave this movie another point for creativity. I didn't expect the perspective. They were there to record, not opine. In war, the point may be skewed. The story brings us into a country that has obviously been war-torn for a while. We don't know how it started or how long it's been going on. Only that it is and we're following a ragtag band of (couldn't be more different) war journalists in the midst of recording history in the making. Nuanced opinions from the writer occur at intervals, almost daring us not to take a cold, hard look at our beliefs. What side would we choose if our country was truly war-torn? While many complaints attack the writer for not spelling out the sides, the point is that there will always be opposing sides and neither us necessarily completely right or wrong. Just human. Just in disagreement. Just unsure what else to do but fight--which is indicative of where we're at as a country these days. I don't know if war against the government is inevitable in our country, but if it happens, no one will be left untouched. A good movie gets people talking. It makes people think. This movie did both. Props to the creator.

Not the best film I've ever seen, but the subtleties of the point are quietly tied together in the background. The whole movie has an authentic 70s feel and was very different from most of what we see today. It was horrifying and yet almost playful. Excellent mix of horror and entertainment. I enjoyed its uniqueness immensely.

This movie resonates with every single human being who has ever struggled to rise above the assumptions and stereotypes of our races, genders, preferences, or anything else that has the potential to marginalize a person. As a writer who aspires to be published but refuses to succumb to the norms of what sells, it resonated with me all the way to my soul. To the core of who I am. My mother was an even greater writer. Not only has she never been read, her partner intends to burn her journals before she herself dies as my mother did 5 years ago. I think I'll write for me and to hell with getting published. I'd rather be authentic and poor than be a fraud with undeserved wealth. I loved this movie.

I think they should have been more clear about what this movie is. It's a Christian movie and I'm not Christian. It's based on the book Job from the Bible and I'm really disappointed. If I had known, I never would have spent the money to go see it. Be aware...

I am so fed up with the innuendo or blatant disrespect of "pagans" in these newer movies. Most especially hereditary and midsommar, but the blasphemy of so blithely and flipantly saying pagans cut out St. Lucia's eyes for the sake of a Hollywood crock of a movie is nauseating. Pay attention, folks! Next thing you know they'll be burning "witches" at the stake again!

I have no idea why this movie didn't get better reviews. It was very, very good. Worth the watch, forward thinking, and a really good story. I'm glad I watched it.

It's awful to be honest... they say words like bro and it is more like kids from 2010, definitely NOT the 90s. They did get a few things right like flannel and Zima lol. It was good seeing the old cast but the show was such a disappointment overall.

The mystery is palpable. The acting is good. The design is stunning. I love that Olivia Wilde is in it. I adore her. The story is strange and it's not some original, shocking reveal at the end but it is a good one. I do wonder why people didn't like it. I loved it.

Simple, not over the top, something you can imagine actually happening. Very well done.