Overlong but memorable war movie follows a seemingly doomed Soviet tank crew during that country's invasion of Afghanistan. Lost in this strange desert land of many hills and turns, the men try desperately to stay alive despite their maniacal commander, Daskal (George Dzundza). Sensing a pending mutiny, Daskal eventually has the morally conscious Koverchenko (Jason Patric) tied to a rock and left for dead. But after his rescue by Afghan resistance fighters, Koverchenko decides to help the enemy hunt down their common nemesis.
Good performances (except for maybe Stephen Baldwin, who has no business being here -- or anywhere else) and great cinematography (you can feel the hot sand beneath your feet!) help elevate this picture. Koverchenko's time with the Afghans also helps the film strike a balance, for in every war, both sides believe they are on the side of righteousness.
Good performances (except for maybe Stephen Baldwin, who has no business being here -- or anywhere else) and great cinematography (you can feel the hot sand beneath your feet!) help elevate this picture. Koverchenko's time with the Afghans also helps the film strike a balance, for in every war, both sides believe they are on the side of righteousness.