Kandahar Break: Fortress Of War

Kandahar Break: Fortress Of War

DVD Rating: ****

Reviewed by: Amber Wilkinson

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Revolver have put together a tight and interesting package of extras. The commentary track - featuring director David Whitney and British stars Shaun Dooley and Dean Andrews - is an enjoyable affair thanks to the strong rapport the men have with one another.

They talk about the difficulties of shooting in Pakistan - "I lost 21lbs in 22 days," says Andrews - but the overwhelming sense is that all three feel "lucky and privileged" to have had the experience. That said, none of them are planning a return any time soon, especially as they had to cut the shoot short when four of their crew were shot by the Taliban (thankfully, none was killed). The commentary has a good mix of light in with the shade - "I'm a good kisser," insists Dooley. "I can second that," is the dead-pan response from Andrews. There's also a decent amount of technical detail.

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The Behind The Scenes footage is rough and ready but interesting, giving a real sense of the conditions the men worked under and also the camaraderie between them and the Pakistani-based members of the cast.

Rounding out the package is a trailer and interviews with Dooley, Andrews and Whitney. There is some overlap with information in the commentary track, but they are well worth a listen and feature some nice onset gallery photos into the bargain.

Reviewed on: 16 Sep 2010
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Kandahar Break: Fortress Of War packshot
A British landmine removal expert working in Afghanistan struggles to remain calm and professional as the Taliban rise to power and his love for a local woman puts them both in danger.
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Product Code: REVB 2586

Region: 2

Ratio: 1.85:1

Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1

Extras: Commentary, interviews, Behind The Scenes Of Kandahar Break


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