American Made [DVD]

It’s a good movie

A great Tom Cruise film. Definitely a different role for him.

Several reviewers have complained that this movie, which purports to be “based on a true story”, is not an accurate historical presentation of either who Barry Seal was or the events he was involved in. My feeling is that if you’re looking to Hollywood to present an accurate historical document, you’re setting yourself up to be disappointed. Accurate history is not what they do out there. What they’re supposed to be doing is making movies that entertain us for a couple of hours, and lately I think they’ve been failing at that more often than they’ve been succeeding. In this case, though, they’ve produced a highly entertaining movie without the need for either scene after scene of unbelievable (and impossible) “action” sequences a la the MI movies or the Fast & Furious series, or the endless blood lettings of Tarantino and his imitators. While I suspect the storyline bears virtually no resemblance to what actually happened, who cares? This isn’t a documentary. It isn’t even a docudrama. What it is, though, is a really entertaining way to spend a couple of hours. Tom Cruise heads an excellent cast who all turn in great performances. If you really want to know the truth about what happened regarding either the Sandanistas, the Medellin Cartel, Iran/Contra, or Barry Seal, you’re going to have to do some serious research, particularly given the fact that you can’t truly believe anything you hear from our media these days. You won’t find it by watching this flick. On the other hand, if you want to be thoroughly entertained by a movie that is both interesting and, at times, funny as well, I recommend this one highly.

I like Tom Cruise .. I don't care anything about the scientology, that's his right to believe what I personally think is a writer who's ego took fire and a lot of people danced in the flames..yeah ..I know that doesn't make sense...that's kind of my point ..I like Tom Cruise because he generally knows what a good script is ( most of the time.. the nummy and that last Jack reacher was definitely a baaad decision ).. Tom Cruise is without a doubt the greatest ( as far as being relevant ) of all time.. 40 years and very few "bombs" .. he has only gotten better with the mission impossibles and I say "he " because believe me ..he is in control.. I would say he is the Bruce Springsteen but, movies instead of music.. why do I compare the two ?.. both are in fantastic shape not only for their age but, they're just in fantastic shape and yes having money helps but, it's the discipline that it takes and money can actually make it harder.. anyway I guess I'm getting off topic... Tom Cruise is not my favorite actor .. I can't give one particular person.. Daniel Day Lewis, Christian Bale, Sean Penn, Gene Hackman , etc.. but , as far as a "Movie Star " it is hands down Tom Cruise .. I think he was more respected for his acting only for a short time 'Rain Man ' 'Born on The 4th of July ' ' The Firm ' and then he just became to big of a star and hasn't came close to an Academy Award ( or was he nominated for his terrific performance in 'Tropocal Thunder ' ?... Playing a very unlike Tom Cruise role which brings me around to his performance in ' American Made ' which he plays kind of an anti hero and he plays it with some of that same humor as ' Tropic Thunder '.. he is very good in this part .. he is a good actor .. he makes me forget about it being that same lunatic who jumped up and down confessing his love for Katie Holmes on Oprah's couch .. and besides Tom Cruise's very likable "Drug Trafficking pilot " the supporting cast his great.. Also has a great dtsX soundtrack as well as great music from 70's and 80's .. this movie was very entertaining and not a normal " Tom Cruise " which is why it probably did one tenth of the box office of his last ' Mission Impossible '.. This met and exceeded my expectations I Mainly bought it to add some more dtsX titles to My collection ( 80% 5.1 or Atmos 19% dtsX and sadly 1% ,if that of auro-3d which is in my opinion the best codec ).. I know, what a long winded review but, I really was trying to make some valid points.. first is take away your thoughts on what Tom Cruise believes..That has nothing to do with his movies.. you don't remain relevant for decades if you don't have the talent and charisma. And yes at almost 60 Tom Cruise still does most of his stunts.. but, time is all our hunters T knows that and he's looks like he's going to lighten up and hopefully do more roles like this one I'm the future.. or even another Mission.. they just keep getting better . A strong 4 out of 5!! ... PS please make more Auro-3d movies ..the USA is not keeping up.. it is hands down the best possible sound !

Perfect condition. Great movie even if you are not a tom cruise fan.

Good movie. Well worth the $ to me

Quality product. Works great. Great movie!

The movie is based on a true story starring Ton Cruise at his best as an American TWA pilot who was importing Cuban cigars for a few extra dollars till the CIA offered him a better deal flying missions and taking photos in Central America during the the 80's and become a drug smuggler for the Medellin Cartel and when caught by the authorities to avoid jail time become an informant for the DEA and everything was going well till someone in the government sold him out to the news with photos , I really enjoyed this great movie , the story line , acting , cast are great and so is the picture and sound , God Show .

Great movie

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‘Based on a true lie’!

An appropriately puffy Cruise is fine as a greedy, conceited Good Time Charlie who ignores the common sense rule that if it seems too good to be true it probably is. "I maybe shoulda asked more questions" he muses — a little too late. A talented pilot with a yen for adventure and an eye for an easy buck, he's offered him his own plane, private hangar and runway to ferry cargo to and from Latin America and take some recon photos on the side by a purported CIA agent. Pretty soon Tom is involved in drug smuggling, gun running, chummy relations with Columbia drug cartel kingpins and more. He's wealthy beyond his wildest dreams. What could go wrong? Loosely based on fact, who knows how much is true, but does it matter? Do not expect "Mission Impossible" style action and stunts — this "hero" is a far cry from Ethan. At almost 2 hours the movie is way too long and becomes repetitive and rather tedious with jokes and aerial shots held onto forever. Still, on the whole it's very enjoyable, not great but lots of fun.