Review of Hacksaw Ridge (2016) by Yorkman — 02 Jun 2020
It's kind of weird, watching Hacksaw Ridge. The tale of Desmond Doss, the conscientious objector who stood alongside his 'brothers' on the field of battle, during the Pacific campaign of World War 2.
Why is it weird?
Because the film doesn't pull punches when it comes to the depiction of extreme violence, death and loss...
But shies away from profanity, drug use, copious alcohol consumption, and the chainsmoking carried out by the rank and file soldiery during the conflict.
The movie seems happy to visualise the maiming of these young men, but then has to protect the viewer from said other aspects of the everyday lives they lead.
It's very frustrating!
As for the film, as a 'film'...
This review of Hacksaw Ridge (2016) was written by Yorkman on 02 June 2020.
Hacksaw Ridge has generally received very positive reviews.
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