War, Inc. (2008)

While all the other politically driven war films are riddled with over-the-top Hollywood drama and several attempts at those “this is where you cry” scenes, War Inc. steers far clear of such a path, instead undertaking a more satirical role. It showcases America overtaking and civilizing Turaqistan after (and during) many bombings as they capitalize on the vast business opportunities. John and Joan Cusack’s roles are to go undercover while John, who plays Hauser, is hired to assassinate the Middle East oil minister simultaneously assigned to take care of the spoiled, yet confused Russian pop star Yonica Babyyeah, played by a one Hilary Duff. The film points out so many comical flaws across several topics in today’s world while subtly reminding that the governments have far too much power and will to use it. Aside from being merely entertaining, the message is quite meaningful. Plus the acting is fantastic, even Hilary Duff has greatly improved from her blonde days albeit she holds a fairly bad Russian accent, though her constantly showing abs more than make up for it. War, Inc. is nothing to take too seriously but still a respectable addition to political dramas.

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