Great Movie

Rating: 10/10 (10 June 2015)

This film didn't have a strong impact on me the first time I watched it. I read many other reviews about the film, such as Roger Ebert's multiple reviews. I was then convinced to watch it again. I paid closer attention to the story and themes. I have to say it is the most impacting war film I have seen to date, other than The Deer Hunter. Both movies tackle the Vietnam War, but Apocalypse Now travels down the into the darkness of human nature. Using the Vietnam War as a backdrop for the story, it comes out as an anti-war film. Or does it? I never feel comfortable labeling what a film is in itself, because it is all about the audience's interpretation. Please see this as my recommendation. Don't be discouraged by the dark themes, it is not glorifying violence or war in any way.