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El capitán Sam Cahill, un condecorado marine, es enviado a combatir en Afganistán. Algunos meses después, el gobierno lo declara fallecido o desaparecido. Enterado de la noticia, su hermano pequeño Tommy se queda en Estados Unidos, cuidando de su cuñada Grace y sus sobrinos. Con el tiempo, Tommy se gana su cariño y llega a sustituir a su hermano como marido y como padre. Pero un día reciben una noticia inesperada, cuyas consecuencias sacudirán la unidad de la familia.
Cast completo de Hermanos
Tobey Maguire
Capt. Sam Cahill
In the 2009 drama "Brothers," Tobey Maguire delivers a raw and transformative performance as Capt. Sam Cahill, a young Marine captain who is presumed dead after his helicopter crashes during a mission in Afghanistan. Maguire portrays Sam with a depth of emotion that captures the complexity of a soldier grappling with the trauma of war and the challenges of reintegration into civilian life. His performance is marked by a palpable intensity, as he conveys the character's internal struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the strain it places on his family relationships, and the profound sense of dislocation he feels upon returning home. Maguire's nuanced portrayal of Sam's journey from a confident, upstanding military man to a haunted and tormented individual is a testament to his range as an actor. His scenes with co-stars Jake Gyllenhaal, who plays his brother, and Natalie Portman, who plays his wife, are fraught with tension and emotional resonance, showcasing Maguire's ability to hold his own amidst a powerful ensemble cast. His portrayal of Sam Cahill is not only a highlight of his career but also a significant contribution to the film's exploration of the human cost of war.
Jake Gyllenhaal
Tommy Cahill
In the poignant and emotionally complex film "Brothers" (2009), Jake Gyllenhaal delivers a nuanced and powerful performance as Tommy Cahill, the younger brother of Sam Cahill, played by Tobey Maguire. Initially portrayed as the wayward son with a criminal past, Tommy's character is transformed by the absence and presumed death of his brother, who goes missing in action in Afghanistan. Gyllenhaal's Tommy undergoes a profound metamorphosis, evolving from a carefree, irresponsible ex-convict into a man who finds purpose and redemption in the most unexpected of ways. His performance is marked by a palpable intensity and depth of feeling, as he grapples with the duality of his own sense of inadequacy and the burgeoning responsibility he feels towards his brother's family. Gyllenhaal's portrayal captures the complex interplay of grief, loyalty, and love, as Tommy steps into the void left by his brother, forging an intimate bond with his sister-in-law (Natalie Portman) and taking on the role of surrogate father to his nieces and nephew. His performance is a masterclass in subtlety; the inner turmoil of his character is conveyed through quiet moments of reflection and the occasional break in his otherwise stoic facade. When the family is faced with the shocking truth of Sam's return, Gyllenhaal's performance reaches a crescendo, as Tommy struggles with his sense of displacement and the painful realization that the family he has come to cherish may slip away from him. Jake Gyllenhaal's portrayal of Tommy Cahill is a testament to his versatility and prowess as an actor, leaving an indelible mark on the narrative of "Brothers" and showcasing his ability to bring emotional gravitas to the screen.
Natalie Portman
Grace Cahill
Natalie Portman delivered a nuanced and emotionally resonant performance as Grace Cahill in the 2009 drama "Brothers," directed by Jim Sheridan. Portraying a young wife and mother whose life is upended when her husband is presumed dead in Afghanistan, Portman's Grace is a portrait of resilience and vulnerability. Her initially quiet strength gives way to a complex tapestry of emotions as she grapples with grief, guilt, and the stirrings of a new romance with her presumed-deceased husband's brother, played by Jake Gyllenhaal. Portman's performance is a delicate balance of restraint and raw emotion, capturing the audience's empathy as she navigates the treacherous waters of love, loss, and moral dilemma. Her scenes are imbued with a palpable sense of yearning and conflict, making Grace's journey both heart-wrenching and deeply human. Natalie Portman's portrayal is a testament to her versatility and depth as an actress, earning critical acclaim and showcasing her ability to convey the intricate emotions of a woman caught in an extraordinary circumstance.
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Murad
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