A truly moving film

Rating: 8/10 (10 June 2017)

This movie was very different from any other typical war movie. The bravery and stupidity shown by the main character (Andrew Garfield) was remarkably moving, with running into a war-zone with no weapon of any sort to defend himself. Instead of weapons only having a medical kit and fierce determination to save every life he could.
If it wasn't for the clichè and very slow start to the movie where he found love before going to war, I would have given this movie a 9 or 10. In saying this, it was a huge step up for Andrew's acting career in comparison to mediocre movies like Amazing Spiderman 1 & 2.
Overall, I would highly recommend seeing Hacksaw Ridge, it truly is another Mel Gibson masterpiece. Just try not to be deterred from the slow start as it will have you on the edge of your seat by the end and close to tears.