'Must see' Netflix movie is based on a real-life disaster that shocked the US
The gripping biographical drama Only The Brave brings to light the true tale of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite American firefighter group that suffered great loss during a devastating wildfire. This film narrates the harrowing experience of their attempt to combat the Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona back in 2013.
Depicting the unfortunate fate of the 19 firefighters who died battling the flames, leaving surviving member Brendan McDonough, portrayed by Top Gun: Maverick actor Miles Teller, this film touched hearts nationwide and immortalised the team's heroic saga. In the director's chair is Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on the 2022 follow-up to Top Gun, along with projects like Oblivion and the upcoming Brad Pitt-led film F1.
Audience reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with one viewer exclaiming on Rotten Tomatoes, "Wow. I don't want to give a single thing away, so I won't comment on the plot. This is a must-see. the acting, the pacing, the storyline, the character arcs, the production, the music tie-ins, the directing. everything!! one of my favourites now."
Another viewer was equally moved, stating: "A truly gripping and heart-wrenching true story, Only the Brave showcases Joseph Kosinski's talent as a truly versatile director, with multiple great performances, some horrifying realistic effects, and uncomplicated writing that gets straight to the point," reports the Daily Record.
Featuring an ensemble cast, including Josh Brolin, James Badge Dale, and Jeff Bridges as courageous firefighters, the movie is complemented by the talents of Andie MacDowell, Jennifer Connelly, and X-Men's Ben Hardy. The film has received widespread acclaim for its character-driven narrative and the performances of the cast, as well as its thoughtful and respectful handling of the true story, with a mix of authenticity and dramatic flair.
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One reviewer wrote: "Only The Brave joins many real-life-based films that honour and respect true heroism. This is a movie with good performances and a real emotional centre. There are exhilarating moments that kept me on the edge of my seat, but the movie shines with its human story and really being character-driven."
"The ending of this story is pretty heart-breaking stuff, and I think it is impossible for anyone who watches it to not be moved by it." They added the film "flew completely off the radar" upon its release in 2017, and now "deserves more attention".
Despite failing to achieve box office success in 2017, generating only $25.8 million worldwide against a production budget of $38 million, Only the Brave continues to captivate new audiences, sharing its uplifting story of real-life heroism and leaving a lasting impression on viewers. A viewer commented: "Although it's very Hollywood, the acting is solid, the story is compelling, and, well, it's about a bunch of real heroes. And you learn a lot about wildfires and how they're fought."
Only The Brave is currently available to stream on Netflix.
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