@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
Retrograde
The story of the last months of the 20-year war in Afghanistan through the intimate relationship between American Green Berets and the Afghan officers they trained.
Quick Stats
7.1
TMDB Rating
22
Votes
1h 34m
Runtime
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Budget
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Box Office
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Return
Key Crew
DirectorMatthew Heineman
CinematographyRoss McDonnell
ComposerTristan Baylis
EditorPablo Garza
Produced by
Our Time ProjectsNational GeographicNational Geographic Documentary Films
Where to Watch
Streaming
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
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Sammi Sadat
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