In the Valley of Elah(2007)- User Reviews

unlike many reviewers who disliked the movie, i didnt feel it made the military look bad. only someone very naive would generalize the torture done to iraqis by a few soldiers to the entire military. and the movie really wasnt about that. tommy lee jones …more»

Tommy Lee Jones acted his butt off in this movie, in fact, all the acting is excellent, but Tommy takes it away. The subject matter is dealt with in such an honest gripping manner. I think we need this movie because our government wants to sweep the …more»

great acting job from Tommy Lee Jones, Charlie Theron.....excellent story about what American solider did in and after Iraq war....more»

I was hesitant to see In the Valley of Elah because it was advertised as a thriller which I usually get irritated with half way through. Even though there is a perfectly respectable chase sceen and it is a fairly fast paced movie it is a drama, a very …more»

You will learn from this movie that what happens in war can mess up people's minds worse than George Bush's mind is messed up, and that's pretty bad.more»

Tommy Lee Jones and Susan Sarandon both play well the role of mom and dad of a missing son. Tommy plays well the role of an ex-sergeant who understands the military, and, as ex-cid, allows you to root for his insights into the story of his son's disappearance. …more»

the best acting combined with the best story i've seen on the Iraq war yet. If you care anything about the young people fighting this war you will see this movie. if you don't care then go join the army and get your jollies in Iraq. tommy lee …more»

First of all, I'm a Tommie Lee Jones fan. His acting was superb. In a role that did not require much dialog but facial expression, his acting was overwhelming to say the least. Everyone will enjoy.more»

What attracted me to this movie was the cast. That so many gifted and acclaimed actors take second billing to Tommy Lee Jones, suggested this could be a very special movie. It was.

Don't miss it. You'll appreciate the accolades it will receive …more»

i liked this movie.... i was a big fan of vanilla back in the day... the bikes in the movie were a big help and so was the music... i think i still have the soundtrack somewhere... over all i give it a Bmore»