Act of Valor
When a covert mission to rescue a kidnapped CIA operative uncovers a chilling plot, an elite, highly trained U.S. SEAL team speeds to hotspots around the globe, racing against the clock to stop a deadly terrorist attack.
Release Year
2012
Runtime
110 min
Audience Score
6.5
Genres
Action, Thriller, War
Story Snapshot
When a covert mission to rescue a kidnapped CIA operative uncovers a chilling plot, an elite, highly trained U.S. SEAL team speeds to hotspots around the globe, racing against the clock to stop a deadly terrorist attack.
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Act of Valor 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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