a war within

Rating: 9/10 (6 November 2005)

the previews to this movie are misleading in that the viewer thinks they will be seeing a full metal jacket or a black hawk down type film. this isn't the case as there is only one on screen death and a lotta waiting. the movie deals with the gulf war and one soldier's conflict within himself. Swofford (Jake Gyllenhaal) volunteers for the Marines and we follow him on his journey through boot camp and then into the desert storm conflict. the movie addresses issues about mental health of soldiers and the bonds created during service. i highly recommend this film to people who are looking to see a great drama with many comedic moments that come with several isolated soldiers in the desert. enjoy.