Act Of Valor

This is one of those movies that I am proud to have gone and seen. There are many things technically wrong with this movie, BUT THAT IS NOT THE POINT.  The point of this film is to show the unparalleled bravery and commitment that our servicemen exhibit. And because of that there will be no credit links in this post. In making its point of valor, this movie is a complete success..
It begins with showing how these are real people. Men who have families, friends, and lives. Lives that they have given to the service of their country. A service not in as a judge, or a congressman. But a warrior who, by the very nature of their job, has to kill or be killed for a living.
The film then jumps in to the action. The very cruel nature and use of terror is shown with the blowing up of an ice cream truck at a school and escalates from there. The SEAL team is then called into action.The actions scenes are fast efficient and brutal. Every action movie should be done this way. The actions shots are engaging. They put you in the middle of the action.You'll get no clever lines and no frills. Just real tough men doing real tough work. With silent kills, in your face dog fights, and car chases this movie delivers. And the heroes are not supermen. They are just as able to be wounded and the next man, and it happens. The fact that they have real servicemen participating make all of the actions scenes pop, and takes them all to the next level.
The very real nature and truth in the story is what makes this movie so compelling. The acting is not fabulous, but the fact that the story is a retelling of actual events that actual people did make it every enthralling. It makes you proud of every single serving  soldier.
On a personal note. There is no way that these men and women are getting compensated nearly enough for putting their lives on the line. I vote for taking the politicians money to pay these fantastic men more. Since they do actual work and risk actual limb.
In conclusion this movie, despite it dark subject, is a feel good movie. It fills you with pride for your country and pride in the military. This real story of service just blows away any technical complaints I may have had. Thank you to all those who serve our country. You not only keep us safe, but others around the world safe. The world is a better place with you in it. God bless you.