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This very watchable film is the true(ish) story of one unusual congressman in the early 1980's, who has the luxury of not having to play the politics so many representatives must. He has never had to ask favors of others, and has secured so many favors, that when he finds something he is passionate about he's able to call in all those chips. And his passion has accidentally become the situation in the Soviets invasion of Afghanistan, and the plight of the Afghani people. Tom Hanks is able to pull off the likable, devilish Congressman and is surrounded by a great cast. The movie adds nothing new to the world of movies, but the plot is interesting, humorous and the ending is not completely mundane (as we all know Afghanistan has not become Paradise). I wouldn't go out of my way to see this movie, but if you cross paths with this movie it'll keep you entertained for a couple of hours, without lowering your I.Q. any.
6/10
