Generation Kill

The average user rating for this TV Show is 8.3 out of 10 (based on 43 Votes).

Walt D gave it a6:
Having been an infantry soldier, albeit in a different country, I feel I have more of an insider perspective than when I watched The Wire. Overall, where GK seems fairly real to me, it doesn't hook me, and where it feels a bit "off" (sets sometimes a bit limited) its offputting. Not bad.

Margaret D gave it a0:
I can't believe these idiot reviewers. GK was the most vacuous TV I've ever seen. A total crock. Cliched characters and cliched lines. So boooooooooooring.

Alex N gave it a10:
Powerful, realistic and infinitely watchable. HBO, Simon and Burns can clearly do no wrong. Highly recommend Evan Wright's book upon which the series is based as well.

Thom gave it a3:
Deeply disappointing series, this. I only watched it in full because it was by the creators of the Wire, but whereas the Wire was the most brilliant series to be broadcast on television in a long time, this was a nothing but a sprawling, messy, cartoonish letdown.

Mark E gave it a10:
The most captivating and entertaining dramatization of the war I have seen yet; far surpassing any previous series or film on the subject. Its confusing, fustraiting, funny and very intense. The superb casting, direction and writing form a work on par with the greatest war films of all time. And its not blatant protest drama; it pays full respect to the troops with its honesty towards the overall stupidity of war.

Stevens gave it a10:
This show accurately depicts being in the military from convoy operations to singing stupid songs out of boredom. Even the incompetence of superiors is captured perfectly. When I watch this show, I feel like I'm there. Like I'm at work with them. What they do on the show is exactly what we do. All the glory and coolness, all the questionable things war makes us do, the acts of atrocities and heroism is in hard to turn away from once you start watching. It superbly tells the story without fancy camera effects and a dramatic musical score. If the story is not fast enough or exciting enough for you, that's because it's pretty close to real life. Unlike the latest Hollywood action movie, real life moves at it's own pace. Excellent TV Show.

Matthew A gave it a10:
This is the most accurate portrail I've seen of Marines yet and i should know because I am one.

Mike P gave it a10:
The five second, 192 character review (inspired by Justin Blanton) Generation Kill = Amazing. Acting was transparent and real. You will get so involved with this show and will wish there was more. I felt connected; like one of the guys. I need the DVD’s. The Details Produced by HBO and aired in 1 hourly shows; 7 total. The miniseries is based on the book by the same name. A reporter was embedded with the Marines during the initial US invasion into Iraq. Interesting Some things I found really interesting was how they found actors that physically resembled the real life Marines. That seemed to really make a difference for me because it made the acting seem very transparent. The acting was amazing and always seemed believable and with me knowing that there was a real person that they were representing made all the difference. They couldn't use the real guys because I'm sure they aren't the best actors! Though two Marines that were really there were actors and they did really well. From the Beginning This show had my attention from the very beginning. I can't even remember where I heard of it, I don't remember seeing any ads... I really can't remember! It starts off really well introducing the characters. You start to see who everyone is and it only gets really deep and you get so involved with the characters that you feel as if you are their friends. I got so involved in the show that I even found myself listening to all the radio chatter during the credits! "Hitman Two One Alpha this is Hitman Two..." To get my fix now, I logon to the site and and listening to the exchange of gun fire. It makes me feel like I'm back there. A Rollercoaster of Excitement This show has it all. I got nervous and anxious with my heart racing during the firefights, excited as they all cheered after blowing up an enemy gun, and downright emotional near the end, like summer camp was ending and all my new friends were leaving. Conclusion This serious was simply incredible. It has drawn me to read the book which can only be more amazing because I get to relive the experience but with more details. I'm only waiting on ordering the DVD's until I get some spare change but when I do, It's going to be watched over and over till the discs explode! If you have any interest in the military or have someone in the Marines or serving in Iraq I bet you'll like this series. It's not the typical "war film" and feels like nothing I've ever seen. Most likely due to the fact that it's based so closely on the book which was written as Wright (author) saw it. Not sugar coating here.

Jimmy T gave it a10:
Excellent mini-series. I am in the military and granted, some of this is over the top which would and should be expected from "entertainment" much of how they act is straight out of daily life with 18-24 year old men. The acting was good, the special effects were awesome. And many of the events are not only believable, but provable by doing any research. It is unbelievable at some of the dumb things we do, it always amazes me as stupid as we are, how incredibily dumb the enemy is!

Rupam X gave it a9:
I wish it was a longer series to really get to know the characters, but it's near perfect.

Diana D. gave it a10:
Being a huge fan of "The Wire", I went into this miniseries having read every article and interview, watched every trailer and featurette I could find about "Generation Kill". I admire and appreciate the lengths that David Simon and Ed Burns have taken to not compromise the truth, and to do justice to the real people being portrayed and their story. But the realism aside, this is simply great television, and terrific drama. The acting is excellent throughout, with what deserve to be breakthrough performances by Alexander Skarsgard and Stark Sands.

Balage gave it a10:
Addictive! It gets to the real thing as close as it can get. If you get to see 30 minutes on Discovery Channel, you'd think you are watching documentary. While being entertained by a real-life war story, it makes you think in many ways ... I wish, I'd see more of this. TV at its best! Congratulations!!

John S. gave it a9:
Many people are saying here that it is openly against the war, or insulting the military, but those of you who believe that are blind and foolish. The message isn't anti-military in any way. The show is gripping, the characters are charming, and the show has high production values.

Keith A. gave it a2:
This is an incredibly pathetic attempt to paint those in the armed forces as either incompetent, antisocial or inconceivably dumb. The point is clear: the writer doesn't like the war in Iraq. Ok, we get it. Thank God it's only seven episodes.

czar gave it a10:
This is a great series. I love the way it portrays the long stretches of boredom that troops endure, without getting boring itself. I love the fact that petty motivations and screwups can have profound effects in the field. It also does a great job of showing how people growing up with ipods, laptops, video cameras and internet react when put in combat situations. One moment it feels like they are all on a high school trip next moment training kicks in and they are professional soldiers. Great dynamics. Shame that there are only 7 episodes and I have seen 5 already.

D gave it a10:
Great characters, very believable. Overall a joy to watch.

Baro L. gave it a2:
Mildly entertaining at times, but clearly created, written, and directed by people who have no idea how the military operates. The characters are the standard military cliche you would expect in a subpar series like this.

Buzz Lightyear gave it a10:
Careful adaptation from the book.

Brandon W. gave it a9:
To reviewers who think Generation Kill is trotting out movie cliches, this was based on Evan Wright's book. Although ostensibly an amalgamation of cliched war movie characters, the recon unit really did have the health nut, the histrionic fuck-up (Captain America), the ex-gangbanger, the countryboy, and the higher ups whose orders seem completely detached from the ground. Perhaps that is the series only fault. That those unaware of what this is based on, are thinking Burns and Simon (the two least likely to partake in cliches) are falling back on old war films for inspiration.

John H. gave it a10:
Sgt Brad Colbert was my daughter's boyfriend all thru high school and part of college. His experiences and growth thru this ordeal and the one in Afganistan are remarkable. He is a natural leader and has always had a calming effect on those depending on him in a crisis. I am proud to see the actor portraying him did not caricature him as a person. it is very difficult to take a combat situation and not glorify it when making a film...I think the filmmakers have something to be proud of here...this from a former Vietnam veteran.

[Anonymous] gave it a9:
Generation Kill shows a lot of promise is is raw and tries to be as real to life as possible without sacrificing entertainment. The marines a re pretty stereotypical, but then again all Marines are issued the same GI brain, then don't get there own back till after they leave the corp.

Patrick gave it a9:
I can't quite give it a 10 having only seen the first installment so far, but the entire scope of the production is awe inspiring. It delves you directly into the Marine 1st Recon unit in Iraq and leaves you to be bombarded by the surroundings just as the author was. All I can say is: watch it and be blown away.

Chales J. gave it a3:
Nothing but retread of war movie cliches. Oh, most fit soldier is gay - wow how daring. nothing new, boring.

[Anonymous] gave it a10:
Another great series from David Simon and Ed Burns!!! Just as strong as Homicide: Life on the Streets, The Corner, and The Wire. Can't wait for their next project on the New Orleans Music culture!

Justin E. gave it a9:
very good show. i don't know why the new york post review is included in here, it's written like crap and the reviewer's opinion obviously is a direct result of his political beliefs (us military is infallible and full of clean cut young men).

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