The Last Rifleman

Well, my father was not Normandy, he fought in the Pacific and lived until he was 95. Pierce Brosnan's portrayal of his character could have been my father exactly: speech, mannerisms, facial expression. I love this movie because I think most of us do not understand what those conflicts meant to the men Who risked their lives there. My father would not talk about the war until saving private. Ryan came out, and then it felt like permission to share his deep feelings about it. He would have loved this story. I so admire the men and women who fought and died for freedom and I think this is a beautiful story about one of them. I recommended it to my grandchildren and told them it will be slow, but incredibly meaningful.

What a beautiful movie with one or two nicely spottable eastereggs, if you know your movies. Pierce Brosnan delivers an amazing performance and definitely should get an award, together with the makeup department, which did a great job in aging him. The movie awaits you with a double twist, you should see it for yourself, keep some tissues ready. A must see, in my opinion, if you're into movies with underdogs trying to fulfil a last honourable task.

Don't expect some Private Ryan here, even though WW2 seems to be the backstory. This one is more heart-warming, but heartbreaking the same time.

Most critics will underrate this movie, but you'll miss a very well acted little gem, if you listen to them.

Give it a try.

A nice simple movie. Good performance by Brosnan out of his comfort zone. Although based on "real" events u do have to allow for some liberties being taken I suspect. It's a movie we need so we don't forget sactrifices that were made and also a small twist involving relationships etc. Don't expect a deep complex story just watch it as a nice Saturday afternoon matinee that at times is quite amusing at times quite moving and in the end quite uplifting. A simple story . Well told. Well acted well written nicely shot and the type of movie rarely seen nowadays to be fair. I have read it based on real events.

I found the film to be a moving and well-acted drama that explores important themes of memory, loss, and friendship. Pierce Brosnan delivers a compelling performance as Artie Crawford, a World War II veteran who embarks on a journey to France to pay his respects to his best friend. The film's cinematography is beautiful and the narrative unfolds with a gentle pace. While the plot may not be entirely unpredictable, it is the strength of the performances and the emotional depth of the story that make The Last Rifleman a worthwhile watch.

I would recommend The Last Rifleman to anyone who enjoys a good drama or who is interested in World War II history.

In 'inspired by truth' Brit drama "The Last Rifleman" 92 yr old WWII vet Pierce Brosnan (outstanding), on losing his wife of 68yrs, escapes his Northern Irish care home to get to Normandy on the 75th anniversary of the landings, to complete a personal mission for a fallen friend & comrade. En route, as news of his story spreads (via Ian McElhinney) he meets the likes of Clémence Poésy, John Amos & Jürgen Prochnow... all offering fine support, brought warmly home by director Terry Loane from Kevin Fitzpatrick's terrific debut screenplay. It starts slow, but gently builds in both charm & emotional intensity to end up as a wonderful tribute to that whole incredible generation.