Buffalo Soldiers streaming
Genre
Drama
Year
2002
Runtime
1h38

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Buffalo Soldiers

Corruption, chaos, and dark humor collide in Buffalo Soldiers.

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Synopsis

In the satirical dark comedy film Buffalo Soldiers (2002), Joaquin Phoenix plays a cynical and opportunistic U.S. Army soldier stationed in West Germany during the fall of the Berlin Wall. Caught up in a world of corruption and drug dealing within his own unit, Phoenix's character finds himself embroiled in a series of risky and illicit activities. As tensions rise and situations spiral out of control, the film delves into themes of power, manipulation, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. With a mix of humor and suspense, Buffalo Soldiers offers a scathing commentary on the impact of war and military culture on the human psyche.

Cast

  • Joaquin Phoenix

    Joaquin Phoenix

    Ray Elwood

  • Ed Harris

    Ed Harris

    Colonel Berman

  • Scott Glenn

    Scott Glenn

    Sergeant Lee

  • Anna Paquin

    Anna Paquin

    Robyn Lee

  • Elizabeth McGovern

    Elizabeth McGovern

    Mrs. Berman

  • Michael Peรฑa

    Michael Peรฑa

    Garcia

Reviews

Buffalo Soldiers has garnered a mix of reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a score of 73%, praising the film for its dark humor and sharp satire. The IMDb rating stands at 6.7/10 with many viewers appreciating Joaquin Phoenix's captivating performance. Metacritic gives the film a score of 56/100, indicating a more divisive reception. The New York Times describes the movie as a 'wickedly entertaining portrayal of military life,' while Rolling Stone criticizes it for being 'overly cynical and disjointed.' Overall, Buffalo Soldiers has sparked discussions on the complexities of the military-industrial complex and its impact on individuals.