The story of a young soldier who goes through hell after being captured in Afghanistan and then has trouble coping with life back home. Tobey Maguire returns from war unable to cope with the horror's he went through and no longer trusts his brother or wife. Jake Gyllenhaal plays the screw up brother who always lets down the family. The cast is incredible and the story is quite sad at points, one of the years better films.

8/10
mich84@ - 124 reviews
23.11.2010 - age: 26-35

War is bad and messes you up. Ok, we get it. Now what? Well, some more suffering (mental and otherwise) scenes. Maybe it's just my cup of tea.

5/10
zygoto78@ - 215 reviews
26.8.2010 - age: 26-35

Such an emotional, touching, deep movie. It really shows the effects on families due to the un-need war. I think there's a few people who need to see this, and maybe it will open their eyes about what's really happening.

9/10
tamaramyles507@ - 2 reviews
6.8.2010 - age: 18-25

I thought that I knew everything about the plot just by watching the trailer but I was surprised to see that there were a lot of imortant things that were not shown in the trailer. I'm not sure how to rate the movie because the acting is great, the plot is very good but there's still something that bothered me. I felt like the most interesting part of the movie is when Tobey Macguire's character comes back home (I'M not spoiling anything since that was is the trailer), but that only happens after an hour! That was disappointind because you know he's going to come back... so there's no surprise there and that's the most interesting part of the movie... that should have been at least the last half of the movie... still worth renting, the story is great.

7/10
krayzie_lady@ - 212 reviews
5.4.2010 - age: 18-25

Very powerfull movie, well made and well acted, specially from the child actress who portrays Isabella... she definitely has a future in acting!

8/10
joblagdon@ - 224 reviews
1.4.2010 - age: 36-49

Just watched this on DVD. What an awesome show. Should have been nominated for some Oscars. Excellent acting by everybody and especially Toby Mcguire. Now he will not just be "Spidey to me anymore. Excellent all around movie.

9/10
goldhawke@ - 16 reviews
31.3.2010 - age: 36-49

I am so upset!!! I can't believe the academy snubbed this movie... Tobey should have gotten a nod. The movie as well in the 10 nominated. The elder daughter did a phenomenal job too. Really good movie. I still super mad at the academy... but i'll get over myself...

9/10
sopgomez2006@ - 16 reviews
21.3.2010

I'd be very surprised if Tobey McGuire doesn't win an oscar, so heart-wrenching. This is truly realistic to what a soldier who has seen or been thru too much in a war acts. FANTASTIC ACTING!! Better than that movie Precious!!

10/10
kimberleymtl@ - 3 reviews
11.2.2010 - age: 36-49

Tobey Maguire did a really awesome job. He played his character very well and I definitely did not expect the way he acted in the end of the film. The movie is thrilling, exciting and adventures. It will make you laugh, cry and thing about the current war going on. It is inspiring and really shows how strong a brothers love can be! I would definitely recomend it to everyone I know!!

9/10
kberkowski@ - first review
1.2.2010 - age: 13-17

This movie blew me away. Tobys acting was absolutely AMAZING. Such a stray from spiderman but in a good way. The story line was incredible and the dramatic scenes were done perfectly. It was a fantastic movie and I recommend it to everyone.

10/10
lillie_pad_77@ - 3 reviews
29.1.2010 - age: 18-25

Good movie but not always easy to watch. If you’re like me and you’re tired of hearing/seeing war images and violence, then there are some scenes that aren’t too pleasant to watch. The family scenes were lovely though. Nathalie Portman is a wonderful actress. I truly enjoyed watching her on screen. I must say, I expected more passion after seeing the trailer. I was surprised to see that there is very little of it in the movie. Nonetheless, it’s still a good drama.

7/10
freestyle3000@ - 77 reviews
27.1.2010 - age: 26-35

The acting was okay but the story, dialogue, and cinematography could've been better.

5/10
sutherlandia@ - 2 reviews
24.1.2010 - age: 26-35

Graphic parts of the movie were disturbing and I was not expecting it to be so tragic. I think the story was realistic but I didn't leave the theatre happy that I had seen this movie. Some things you just don't want to think about.

6/10
k-ontheprairies@ - 5 reviews
24.1.2010 - age: 36-49

This movie is brilliant!! I couldn't hold back the tears; no matter the circumstances, we can all resonate on one level or another. Truly poignant.

9/10
exxotica41@ - 8 reviews
24.1.2010 - age: 36-49

This movie was too focused on the American perspective (bravery, serving your country etc.) When will we see a movie about the terrible suffering of the Afghanistani's. The only thing I would hope people take home from this movie is how useless this war is.

4/10
dandan3.0@ - first review
23.1.2010 - age: 26-35

If you saw the preview as presented online or in theatres, you felt the tension driving the story-line. This simply was not the case as the movie unfolded. At best it was okay, at worst it should have followed the genius of its edited preview.

6/10
deezledubb@ - 9 reviews
12.1.2010 - age: 36-49

Very moving movie. Pulls on the heartstrings with some amazing dialogue and acting all around. The little girls were the best child actors I have seen in a while. The film manages to condense so many issues into a tight well produced package. Toby’s character reminded me a lot of the Hurt Locker but while that film focused more on the effects of war on the soldier, Brothers takes a broader scope and looks at the effect of war on the soldier and his love ones. Brothers though, allows you to feel far more empathetic for the characters and while not an action movie, it keeps you on the edge your seat by creating great tension through its well conceived script.

10/10
dylanno@ - 8 reviews
11.1.2010 - age: 26-35

I loved this movie. I went in thinking it would be just like pearl harbour but it was hardly that. The movie plays on every emotion and can be disturbing in parts. It's a great depiction of post traumatic stress disorder and its effect on family. The actors are amazing... and Jake is sexy as always hhaha.

9/10
denean.morris@ - 23 reviews
9.1.2010 - age: 18-25

A great movie! Loving the uncle lol , don't miss it.

8/10
abdoosh4@ - 7 reviews
8.1.2010 - age: 18-25

I am going to see it for a second time and bringing other people with me. I thought it was excellent.

9/10
trishkeene@ - first review
7.1.2010 - age: 50+

I don't know why this movie is not getting much attention. It is a like a secret or something. It's a terrific little gem. Spread the word...

9/10
joejustleft@ - 14 reviews
7.1.2010 - age: 26-35

Toby and Natalie give excellent performances and make this film extremely powerful and gripping. I haven't seen such a good film in a long time that it was so refreshing to know they are still making some great flics worthy of the admission price.

8/10
morinalori@ - 2 reviews
7.1.2010 - age: 50+

The Danish original is better than this American remake.

6/10
heizmannov@ - 5 reviews
5.1.2010 - age: 50+

Storyline is so overdone: Legends of the Fall, Pearl Harbour etc. etc except in those movies you get a sense of a timeline. This movie, I take it, is over a period of months. Nathalie Portman is miscast as a mother/bride. Do not get a sense of chemistry with her and Tobey. She doesn't collapse when she is informed about Tobey nor does she jump in hysterics when reunited. The only real good acting in this movie comes from the little girl who plays their eldest. So glad I didn't pay to see this. Save your money and if you want to watch a film about war's effects on people, watch Jacob's Ladder or Platoon. If you want to see a Real love triangle (as this one does not have one) then watch Pearl Harbour. LOL.

5/10
prefernothing@ - 117 reviews
4.1.2010 - age: 36-49 - One reply

Comparing Natalie Portman's lifeless performance in Star Wars and Toby McGuire emotionless acting in Spiderman, these actors have gone far from where they have been and improved so much in this movie. All the of the rage and emotions thrown around was spectacular and so convincing. The reality of the war and what it can do to a person was well portrayed. The only flaw in the movie storyline is that ONE thing either Natalie and Jake Gyllenhal could have said, the truth, that would have prevented all the outrage and madness. To me, that was unrealistic.

7/10
chrissnguyen@ - 27 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 18-25

I absolutely loved this movie. Tobey Maguire is outstanding in his portrayal of a marine with PTSD. Jake Gyllehaal delivers much loved eye-candy, and Natalie Portman is stunningly beautiful. The movie will reverberate with you long after you have seen it! Rush and go see this movie! FANTASTIC!

10/10
dssa@ - first review
2.1.2010 - age: 26-35

Toby Mcguire is excellent in this film. Haven't seen him since broke back mountain. He should make more films. This is not for the faint of heart. This is very gritty and moving. A must see film.

10/10
jenndubaimedic@ - 3 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 26-35 - One reply

Tobey Maguire steals the screen in a very powerful performance that will resonate with anyone who understands PTSD. Bravo!

9/10
mcgillmdphd@ - 24 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 36-49

Gripping and riveting. An excellent film in every way. Cast and acting worthy of oscars.

10/10
mikejustleft@ - 15 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 36-49

Awesome film! Finally a really good movie to catch in a sea of drivel from Hollywood. GO SEE IT!

9/10
benjustleft@ - 11 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 36-49

This is a very powerful film about the emotional toll war has on soldiers that come home and their families. Unfortunately, not many return home alive...

10/10
marlenehochbaum@ - 65 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 50+

Excellent film. First movie so far that I don't feel ripped from buying a $10 ticket. Certainly, a well written story/screenplay and acted superbly by the cast.

10/10
gretajanet@ - 27 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 26-35

WOW! What a terrific film! This film gives you a glimpse into the minds of soldiers who return traumatized from war.

10/10
joeljustleft@ - 174 reviews
2.1.2010 - age: 26-35