The Beast
During the war in Afghanistan a Soviet tank crew commanded by a tyrannical officer find themselves lost and in a struggle against a band of Mujahadeen guerrillas in the mountains.
Release Year
1988
Runtime
111 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
War, Drama
Story Snapshot
During the war in Afghanistan a Soviet tank crew commanded by a tyrannical officer find themselves lost and in a struggle against a band of Mujahadeen guerrillas in the mountains.
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The Beast is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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