A Unique Point of View at War

Rating: 9/10 (24 November 2018)

Before i watched the movie i was hesitating because i expected another probably boring War Movie, that is because we get so many of them that it's hard for some to stand out and shine as great and not just decent. Now this one is something different. First half is not even about the battlefield but the preparation for it and the weird character in Private Doss who has his own beliefs and principals. Less or more, most of us can relate by comparing them with our own in any subject or way.
You have your typical bullying from the tough guys, the struggles and obstacles so he will quit but his will to contribute is admirable to the point i find it somewhat questionable while he is building a life with the girl he loves and the refusal to grab a weapon may be respected but not having a way to defend yourself in the battlefield is on the edge of becoming stupidity instead of fulfilling a promise.
Second half starts with a blast very fast and is action packed and presents the war for what it is. Raw, Gory and cruel. Between all that Desmond is acting as a guardian angel for his men, even for some of the opponents. Just being a good person. He is nothing less of a hero, and while watching i was wondering if it is based on a real life story since i didn't research the movie just remembered it as a name and from the oscars list. To confirm my thoughts, the ending and the real life clips make me respect and admire this man even more.
I think all actors delivered nicely and Vince Vaughn was great in such a serious role. Palmer's Dorothy was also a nice and understandable person very sympathetic to the viewer. Good job from all parts included with great scenes, hard to watch images and realistic backgrounds and combat interactions.
9/10