Comments on: Body of Lies Review

By: Anas

Anas — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:31:01 +0000

Second, reality has nothing to do with the places, actions, and circumstances. I lived most of my life in Jordan. I have relatives in the camps where they shot some scenes (that place has nothing to do with the place I know). this is reality. Now, I’m a resident of Abu Dhabi – UAE, & I have been several times to Dubai, which seemed more realistic than the other places, ofcourse after washington!. the only oriental thing they honed is the picture of the JID (Jordanian intelligence Dep.) they seemed more professional than the Americans, they don’t torture (maybe they only punish).

By: Anas

Anas — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 18:20:54 +0000

The film was badly directed in many terms. It actually reminded me of the Egyptian movies of the 1980s. First, the choice of Arab-speaking actors seemed to be totally random (as though they have been chosen under temporal limitations); none of the Jordanians spoke Jordanian Arabic, and the same goes with other Arabs like Salim, Hani, all except for one who really spoke Palestinian JOrdanian (the architect). It also seemed as if the movie is oriented to the western audience because, I think, few would be able to find such weakpoints as the dialects and the places. I guess most of those people were form north african (most propably morrocans & tunisians), or maybe Arabs living abroad & having Arabic and a second language that’s heavily spoken).

By: Ankit

Ankit — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 07:53:17 +0000

It is a very fantastic movie.do see it..

By: ima

ima — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:03:12 +0000

Ridley Scott is A List Director? YOU gotta be kiddig me. His movies are cliche crap!

By: Aaron

Aaron — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 22:44:54 +0000

When I saw this movie in the theater, I smiled the whole time. Why? Because it looked just like how it is in real life. Bleak, dirty, slummy etc. in Iraq (haven’t been there, but I did do a tour in Afghanistan and it looked just like in this movie). Also using real life locations was a plus too, such as Dubai. It also showed the frustrations of trying to work with people who aren’t on the ground, and they’re calling the shots. I thought this movie was bang on for a realistic portayal of what’s going on in the Middle East. Trust me I was there, this movie scored big points for realism. War isn’t always fun, so don’t knock it for being boring. This movie is more of a Jarhead type of movie. Less exciting, but a lot closer to reality.

By: renu

renu — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 14:07:16 +0000

The movie was just passable.. Di Caprio’s acting was great as usual but his roles are getting very repetitive… he should move on from doing these kind of roles now… we’ve seen too many of him do the tough-guy-with-a-good-heart kinda roles… and yeah we know he can do it very well…. and Russel Crowe was absolutely wasted… he barely had any screen presence and as for that nursey romance… it was sheer irritating distraction….

By: Tram Anh Ken

Tram Anh Ken — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 17:49:31 +0000

I like this film, so interesting from begining to the end. And RCowe ’s performance was very excellent.

By: Martin Francis

Martin Francis — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 23:33:56 +0000

I thought Body of Lies was generally very good and for a change not like the typical completely unbelievable -over graphiced-corny stunted fight scenes and car chases. Refreshing in a difficult subject in the real world and great performance from RCrowe and LDeCaprio. Well directed and with atmoshere. OK it was a Hollywood Movie and probably unrealistic toa degree,but it would have to be for our westernised Movie pallets. 4/5

By: Hunter

Hunter — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:18:05 +0000

The film was slow to get going with regards to the plot. I found myself wandering what the film was really about, until around half way through when it began to pick up. I thought Mark Strong was very good in the film and I liked his character. In fact all the acting was really good, I just think the subject matter, or the plot rather, was pretty boring.

By: Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 01:37:02 +0000

I completely agree with Sean. The movie is rather dull and boring than interesting. There was absolutely nothing we didn’t already know about. However, I think Leo’s performance was excellent.
The only thing I don’t understand is the weight-change of Russel Crowe – there was no point in gaining 63 lbs for that role.

By: movie fan

movie fan — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 22:05:23 +0000

Apparently Ridley Scott enjoys working with Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe, and he likes to make movies that raise international awareness… that’s a good thing i’d say

By: The Ravenshead

The Ravenshead — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:37:44 +0000

Just saw the movie “Body of Lies.” Oversimplifies? Finally Hollywood is getting serious about radical islam and portraying it for what it is instead of the usual politically correct whitewash we’re used to seeing.

Go See This Film.