It was a good idea to keep the sides vague as possible as far as politics go. If you're trying to figure out which side is democratic and which is republican, you may have a difficult time. There are elements mixed in from both parties on both sides. Case in point is the Western Forces consists of Texas and California. It intentionally avoids all discussions of politics and focuses solely on a country at war with itself, and the consequences of such a war. I applaud Garland for portraying the film this way. It opens the topic up to important discussions while remaining neutral and unbiased.
Dunst is very good in her role as war journalist/photographer. It's crazy to think how long she has been in this business (think 'Interview with a Vampire' and 'Jumanji') and she's done well in a wide variety of roles.
The final act was intense (along with many other scenes), but you definitely felt immersed and on the streets with the boots on the ground.
It was also great to see my Canadian dollar finally have some value.
Dunst is very good in her role as war journalist/photographer. It's crazy to think how long she has been in this business (think 'Interview with a Vampire' and 'Jumanji') and she's done well in a wide variety of roles.
The final act was intense (along with many other scenes), but you definitely felt immersed and on the streets with the boots on the ground.
It was also great to see my Canadian dollar finally have some value.