Valkyrie |  | Director: Bryan Singer
Actors: Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branagh, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, Carice van Houten
Studio: MGM
Category: Movie
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Rating:  211 reviews
Sales Rank: 5855
Genre: Action
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: Video On Demand
Running Time: 121 Minutes
ASIN: B002DTDE3G
Theatrical Release Date: December 25, 2008
Release Date: June 18, 2009
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| Synopsis:
At the height of WWII, a group of German officers hatched a plot to assassinate Hitler and seize control of the military command in order to end the war. The operation was code-named "Valkyrie", for the emergency plan that was meant to be used in case of a revolt against the Nazi government. This plan had been modified by the conspirators to ensure their success, but for various reasons the plot failed when finally carried out on 20 July 1944. The conspirators of the inner circle were shot after a kangaroo trial or sentenced to death soon after. Starring Tom Cruise as the Colonel who was the main force behind the conspiracy, the distinguished cast also includes Kenneth Branagh, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, Terence Stamp and Eddie Izzard. Directed by Bryan Singer. |
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Valkyrie February 28, 2010
Jose Lopez (Miami,Florida USA)
Valkyrie Was a Pretty Good movie I think. On the events leading to the failed plot to get rid of a monster.A Monster Just Like Castro,Lenin,Stalin,Mao and Che. Sadly there will always be Tyrants in this World. I think the Valkyrie Movie Did Justice to the plot. Rent it and see for yourself, It's way Better than Glorious.
 Valkyrie February 11, 2010
The Swisher (NYC)
Not many people are aware of the real life story that is portrayed in the movie Valkyrie, staring Tom Cruise, Terrance Stamp and other notable stars. The movie is beautifully filmed and every aspect from costumes to props are accurate for the period right down to the English-made Pencil Bomb that was actually used in the attempt to blow up the aircraft Hitler was flying on. In a strange twist of fate, Tom Cruise has more than a casual resemblance to Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg who is part of the German Wehrmacht and a secret group, and who carries out the assassination attempt on Hitler which helps add additional believability to the film. The casting and editing are all first-rate and there's not a dull or boring moment in the entire movie whether or not you're a Tom Cruise fan. Don't miss this true-to-history docu-drama and get it on Blu-Ray... it's worth the money and free history lesson.
 Can't believe I Paid for This? February 3, 2010
Tegger (Peoria, AZ)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I usually watch movies to be entertained, if it's based on historical facts or a true story, then so much the better.
But, this was not entertaining in the least, I put this one with one other movie I saw a long time ago, A Mighty wind. This one blows too. Everything was bad, the script, the acting. If you need something to put you to sleep, this will do it for you.
The title, is what caught my interest, but that is the only thing interesting about the whole movie.
Absolutely great! January 30, 2010
Kathleen E. Crone (Pennsylvannia, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I received my DVD before expected. It was in no way damaged. The movie itself is awesome. Do not expect a Hollywood action movie, though. It is more like living a documentary. I would definitely recommend this movie to someone who is interested in WWII.
 HO-HUM -m-m-m-m- January 26, 2010
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a good movie for history buffs. It comes off as more of a documentary than an actual movie. I'm glad I saw it once, as it was informative, but will not watch it again. One thing is for sure, it doesn't deserve all the hype it received.
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