In the Valley of ElahIn the Valley of Elah
(2008)
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In the Valley of Elah

A retired military investigator searches for his son's truth with a detective's help.

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A suspenseful drama with an all-American feel, tackling themes of patriotism and the Iraq War, 'In the Valley of Elah' is a well-made, thought-provoking film that sparks great conversations about life. The cast is excellent - Tommy Lee Jones (nominated for an Oscar for his performance), Susan Sarandon, Charlize Theron, and Jonathan Tucker are all standouts. This production manages to be one of the best of the 2000s with the Iraq War as its backdrop, a topic that became very popular in Hollywood films at this time and continues to inspire productions today.

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A retired military investigator works with a police detective to uncover the truth behind his son's disappearance following his return from a tour of duty in Iraq.

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