The Messenger is the perfect example of how a movie doesn’t have to have a huge budget, a bankable star, or incredible visual effects for it to stand out. Oftentimes, a good script (Oscar nominated) and great actors will do the trick.
The plot: an Iraq war veteran is ordered to join the team charged with delivering the bad news of the loss of a soldier to his family before they find out by the newscasts or other means. The task is grueling because of the amount of grief he’s forced to deliver, but his biggest problems start when he falls for the widow of a fallen soldier.
Ben Foster and Best Supporting Actor Oscar nominee Woody Harrelson give great performances as the team charge with delivering the bad news, and so does Samantha Morton as Foster’s love interest.
Overall, a good movie about the ill effects of the Iraq (or any) war being felt back home.
Grade: 7
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