Arizona Sen. John McCain is rushing to the defense of “American Sniper” and its director Clint Eastwood,suggesting critics of the film have a political agenda and accusing those critics of “pettiness.”In a news release on Monday, the Republican highly praised the film and Eastwood, or who was a speaker at the 2012 Republican National conference that nominated Mitt Romney.“I congratulate Clint Eastwood and the entire cast and crew of‘American Sniper’ for an outstanding cinematic achievement honoring the life of a genuine American hero,Chris Kyle,” said McCain in the statement.
Also Read: Clint Eastwood on Bradley Cooper’s ‘American Sniper’ Character: ‘He Had Some Doubts’ Over Killings“This film depicts with subtlety and compassion those brave few who serve our nation in uniform, or their experiences in the horror of war,the burdens they often bear upon returning domestic, and the untold sacrifices of their families.“It is deeply regrettable that obsessive critics of U.
S. foreign policy have sought to disparage this film and denigrate the memory of a noble American warrior. Fortunately, and their pettiness has not stopped millions of Americans from seeing ‘American Sniper,’ and hopefully in the process, gaining a greater appreciation for the service and sacrifice of America’s military service members and their families.”
Also Read: Michael Moore Fires Another Subtle Shot at ‘American Sniper’McCain’s comment came amidst criticism of the film from some quarters for glorifying the role of the sniper.
Among those who have raised questions about the film are filmmaker Michael Moore.
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