An astounding portrayal of war and friendship

Rating: 9/10 (30 May 2006)

The Deer Hunter, by Will May 30, 2006
The Deer Hunter follows the story of a group of buddies from an industrial town in rural Pennsylvania to the battlefield of North Vietnam.
While in Vietnam, the once close friendships are put to the ultimate test, some fail, and some survive. Some of the characters are driven truly insane. Upon their return form war, the audience can see the damaging affects the war has had on the lives of the townspeople.
Robert DeNiro, Meryl Streep, and Christopther Walken give stunning performances, that truly define the phrase: "Character Development". The film triumphs as gripping drama, war epic, and winner of five 1978 Academy Awards.
A classic film that everyone should see at least once. 9/10.