25 years since the film's release : The General's Daughter

Directed by Simon West, this thriller deals with a murder investigation in the army.

Though briskly paced and somewhat contrived and gimmicky in style, it manages to be an effective work that revolves around the investigation of multiple suspects and the unexpected twists and turns that keep the viewer confused until a surprising denouement is reached.

Sweepingly executed, it achieves an impressive result that serves its purpose.

The evocative and competent photography offers stimulating and, at times, shocking images that captivate the viewer.

The intriguing music, with a variety of sounds, accompanies the film with rhythm, generating unease and enigma as the plot demands.

The shots and camera movements contribute to a highly dynamic work, using subjective, circular, reconnaissance, panning, tracking, hand-held, detail and close-up shots intelligently, bringing out the best in the film.

The performances are fine, with John Travolta being genuine in his usual style and Madeleine Stowe convincing in her performance.

In addition, the performances of James Cromwell, Timothy Hutton, Clarence Williams III and James Woods are believable and add to the ensemble.

The screenplay, written by William Goldman and Christopher Bertolini, based on the novel by Nelson DeMille, is gripping, presenting a provocative plot that conspires around several suspects in a well-crafted and pernicious plot.

All in all, I find this film exciting and captivating with its stimulating story, which manages to entertain and enthrall the audience, even if it relies on the spectacular twists and turns of suspects.

I recommend this film for its direction, script, music, editing, camera movements, costumes and dialogue, which make it a standout in its genre and will not disappoint those looking for thrillers with surprises.

In addition, it is important to mention that the US military refused to have any involvement in the production of this film.