Blu-ray The Beast (aka Beast of War)

Set against the backdrop of the Soviet-Afghan war in 1981, "The Beast" (also known as "The Beast of War") is a powerful and emotionally charged portrait of a young soldier caught in a battlefield between his conscience and his country. In the futile and bloody battle between the Soviet Union and the mujahideen guerrillas, the crew of a Russian tank, separated from their patrol, engages in a deadly game of cat and mouse with the local insurgents led by Taj (played by Steven Bauer, known for his role in "Scarface").

The tyrannical tank commander, Daskal (portrayed by George Dzundza of "Basic Instinct" fame), wreaks havoc on a peaceful Afghani village, pushing the moral boundaries of the tank driver, Koverchenko (Jason Patric of "Rush"), to the limits. Sensing a potential mutiny, the psychotic Daskal abandons the disenchanted tanker to die in the desert at the hand of rebels, only to find that he has sealed his own fate.

Directed by Kevin Reynolds, known for "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves," "The Beast" explodes with spectacular action sequences, offering a dynamic portrayal of fighting men who are able to find common bonds amid the death and destruction of war.

Special features of the film include a VHS trailer and optional English subtitles, providing viewers with additional content to enhance their viewing experience.

The film's powerful narrative and gritty depiction of the realities of war make it a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the moral dilemmas faced by soldiers on the battlefield. "The Beast" stands as a testament to the complexities of warfare and the human condition, inviting audiences to reflect on the consequences of conflict and the resilience of the human spirit.

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