Buffalo Soldiers
User Score
6.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 2 out of 15

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  1. ClaireM.
    Jul 23, 2003
    9
    It's too bad that most of the press about this film has focused on the controversy and delays -- a focus which has tended to overshadow the fact that it's simply an extremely polished and entertaining film. It's dark, funny, and wickedly cynical. Joaquin Phoenix is great, and the movie is quite memorable. It'll be interesting to see if Jordan's next movie, NED KELLY, is as excellent as this one.… Expand
  2. BombshellNukealot
    Oct 13, 2005
    10
    People don't generally seem to like this movie because it's raw and straightforward - that's war for you...however it has has some overacting and unnecessary 'coolness' added. All things considered this was a really enjoyable experience and a movie that sticks to your mind.

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Metascore
56 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 35 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 35
  3. Negative: 4 out of 35
  1. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    75
    The film is filled with spot-on performances, by Harris, Glenn, Phoenix, and by Paquin, who has grown up after her debut in "The Piano" to become one of the most gifted actresses of her generation--particularly in tricky, emotion-straddling roles like this one.
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  2. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Dana Stevens
    40
    Sloppy when it should be incisive, indulgent when it should be astringent, and ultimately unsure of what it is mocking and in what spirit.
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  3. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Edward Guthmann
    50
    Ultimately, it's a cold, caustic film that doesn't take a strong point of view but seems to offer up its numerous set pieces.
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