Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk (2016)
R 18 Nov 2016 • Action, Drama, Sport • 1h 53m
2-time Academy Award® winner Ang Lee brings his extraordinary vision to Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk, based on the widely-acclaimed, bestselling novel. The film is told from the view of 19-year-old private Billy Lynn (newcomer Joe Alwyn) who, along with fellow soldiers, is hailed as a 'hero' after a harrowing Iraq battle. He'is brought home for a victory tour. Through flashbacks, the film reveals what really happened to the squad - contrasting the realities of the war with America's perceptions. The film also stars Kristen Stewart, Chris Tucker, Garrett Hedlund, with Vin Diesel, and Steve Martin.
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Language:
English
Awards:
2 wins & 8 nominations
Country:
United Kingdom, China, United States, Taiwan
Metacritic Score:
53
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Box Office Total:
$1,738,477