The Horror of War brought to a small town near you.

Rating: 9/10 (17 January 2006)

The serene view of small town Pittsburgh life is forever changed for a group of friends who travel thousands of miles away to be shaped by the evils of war.
Michael, Nick, and Steven are on the verge of entering the Vietnam War but not before Steven is to be married. An ornate Polish wedding is shown as a time of great celebration between all these friends we come to love so fast. The very display is reminiscent of the love that the community shares for one another.
The three embark on the uncertain future, making promises before they go and to the ones they wish to return to.
There is no more a powerful montage than that of the pain which is experienced by these three men over the course of their tour.
The pain which follows Michael home is only magnified when he encounters Linda and his feelings for her are overwhelmed by his guilt for the broken promise to Nick.
I can't imagine a story that hits home more with a newer audience. Especially now with the conflict overseas so much we see our American troops coming home jaded after a dance with the devil just as displayed in this movie. Unable to adjust, mixed feelings from a war that no one wanted. All the while trying to keep together what little pieces of their life remain after such daunting circumstances.
This movie should leave you wanting for these characters and embracing the beauty around you.