An absolute waste of money

I am only giving this movie a 1 for the great cast, though I can't imagine what any of them were thinking. This movie was horrible

Blistering performances.

The movie really just wants to entertain people.

This movie literally made me want to run through a wall. It was so intense that I felt like I could ride a horse into gunfire. If you want to get all jazzed up and excited from a good, old fashioned war movie with a fantastic lead then this is your film. 10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND

The film grips you from the opening and doesn't let go until the awesome final showdown. Anyone who has had to endure the agony of 9/11 will understand the importance of this film. I'm not familiar with the war that followed, which the film is about, so naturally I can't comment on the authenticity, but from an entertainment perspective this was tense and exciting. The actors were very good and credible, the action scenes were jaw-dropping, and the music was also highly effective. The photography and cinematography is great, with some stunning aerial shots. The characters are very likable, making me root for all of them. This is an awesome action adventure with a magnificent climax.

Read the book and don't waste your time. The men that were the 12 Strong are done an injustice by the writers and director who destroyed the story (no pun intended). This story doesn't need Hollywood's rewriting of events. The real true story is more heroic and almost unbelievable. As they say, "You can't make this stuff up" but Hollywood dopes seem to think they have to try and spice up stories that don't need it because they are so dang arrogant and pretentious. If you read the book, don't bother with this one. Hollywood blows it again. Very Disappointed.

Probably the most interesting aspect of the battle for Mazar-i-Sharif is the way it combines the 18th century equipment and tactics with state-of-the-art late 20th century weaponry. To that purpose, Nelson and his compatriots charge into battle on horseback, after calling in bombing runs from B52s cruising at 30,000 feet. The lack of psychological complexity and character development shouldn't bea factor to be held against 12 Strong, as the movie does a decent job at what it sets out and will likely please the target demographic (those who have appreciated other recent patriotic films like American Sniper and Lone Survivor). It's well made and, though not sufficiently deep , it gets to offer a salute to determination and braveness, and the importance of diplomacy in developing and cementing alliances. For those enjoying war films, especially those with an "old fashioned" style, 12 Strong offers two solid hours.