And theres nothing wrong with that.

As it turns out, war isnt just hell for those in active combat.

Theres small talk, people shuffling around, and not much to indicate the chaos to come.

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But 2009sLebanonis being mentioned here because of how it depicts life as a soldier confined to a tank.

Yeah, they’re bored.

Thats the thing the film really drives home.

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There arent any opportunities for heroism, sacrifice, or glory.

The characters here dont really do anything.

Anyone wanting something thats morealong the lines of a traditional war movie, though, will probably be disappointed.

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Apocalypse Now - 1979

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Lebanon - 2009

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The Hill - 1965

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