The Principle of Non-violence and Landscape Aesthetics in "Blood Battle on Hacksaw Ridge"

Giuseppe 2022-03-21 09:01:08

There was no class in the school during the exam week, and the smog had just cleared in Beijing. A good mood is worth watching a good movie.

The feeling of war movies is magnificent and tragic, which can reflect the tragic war. It looks so cool and exciting. This is what "Blood Wars Hacksaw Ridge" does well. The switching of various long-term close-up shots in the film and the fast and slow pace are very exciting. It makes the audience feel very excited but dare not to be aesthetically tired.

The film is about Desmond choosing to join the army as a military doctor out of the sense of mission to defend the country under the background of World War II. But because of his persistence in his beliefs, he refused to kill with a gun. He also performed miracles on the hacksaw ridge, saving 75 comrades-in-arms from the battlefield by himself. Desmond is a devout believer, he insists not to take a gun nor kill anyone. The director used several points to embody Desmond's principle of non-violence and successfully portrayed this atypical American hero.

First, Desmond accidentally severely injured his brother due to a fight with his brother when he was a child, and almost killed him. After experiencing this incident, Desmond saw the sixth commandment in the Bible on the wall of his home, "You must not kill." This made him very impressed with just making a mistake. The scene turned to the church 15 years later. At this time, he was a devout believer of Jesus and determined to become a doctor. This is reflected in what Desmond and future wife Dorothy said when they first met (I always wanted to be a doctor).

The second point is reflected in Desmond's love for nature. Desmond grew up in a small village in beautiful Virginia. He and his brother often chase and play here, and stand on the highest point and shout loudly. This reflects Desmond's love for nature. Later, on a date with Dorothy, they frolicked in the jungle and blended beautifully with nature. Enjoy this beautiful scenery that can be displayed perfectly. Desmond's love for nature reflects his awe of nature. And you can know that he deeply believes in the existence of God, because God created all things and he is in it. This perfectly embodies his principle of non-violence and his insistence on the precept not to kill. Because taking the lives of others is not natural and it is something that makes God feel sad. Some small details can also be reflected, such as Desmond's love to collect bird feathers. It can be seen in books that like to study endangered birds and hope that they can protect those birds.

Let's look at the role of scenery in the construction of the film. The beautiful mountain village of Virginia is the place where Desmond was born. There are mountains and waters here. Heralds the beauty and peace here. Be free and carefree in nature. When Desmond was in the beautiful forest of Virginia, he was a happy man. Here he can kiss Dorothy affectionately. In densely populated areas, Desmond would be rejected and questioned when he wanted to kiss Dorothy. And when Desmond and his younger brother are in the beautiful scenery, they help each other and play around. When they were at home, they were fighting. The abundant water waterfalls and dense forests represent this place is full of vitality, life and beauty. Arrived at Desmond and arrived at Okinawa, Japan. The director also used the lens to reflect the scenery of Okinawa. But here is full of hard rocks and dead trees, except for the sea water around the island. Besides, there is not a drop of water. These manifestations are death and war. The sceneries in the film serve as metaphors.

Finally complain about yourself? A girl next to me cried while watching a movie. I handed a toilet paper to others. The girl smiled at me and walked out with me when she left. And I didn't even have a word with others?. Don't want to say more???!

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Extended Reading
  • Josue 2022-04-24 07:01:02

    Guns are poison, faith is a dose of morphine. In the face of the human choice that is approaching the limit, there is no essential difference between the bayonet of allegiance to the emperor and the search for God's Bible. Faith can not only make a group of people like leeches, but also can make a person carry his obsession alone. The underground fortresses bandaged the enemy soldiers and rescued people in the field. It was unbelievable and still convinced, because we also believed in miracles at a certain moment. People who live in the fog never see themselves clearly.

  • Charity 2021-10-20 18:59:44

    This film is the most awesome, making Hacksaw Ridge into Silent Hill and devils into ghosts. For the first time, I was frightened by the horror scenes of a war movie, and felt that I was in the fear of soldiers.

Hacksaw Ridge quotes

  • Sgt Howell: This is a personal gift from the United States government to each and every one of you. A standard issue U.S. rifle, caliber .30, M1, a clip-fed, shoulder-fired, semi-automatic weapon designed to bring death and destruction to the enemy. This is to be your lover, your mistress, your concubine. Perhaps the only thing in life you will ever truly love. Fellas, let's dance.

    [the privates begin grabbing weapons]

    Sgt Howell: Grab a girl. Don't point your gun forward. I do not want to be shot today. No matter how much you are tempted. Place the weapon by your side. Pay attention.

    [Doss is the only one who has not picked up a rifle]

    Sgt Howell: Problem, Private Corn Stalk? Is there not one in your size or is it the color that is the issue?

    Desmond Doss: No, Sarge. I was... I was told I don't have to carry a weapon.

    Sgt Howell: Come again? Step forward, Private. I can't be hearing this right.

    Desmond Doss: Well, I'm sorry, Sergeant. I can't touch a gun.

    Captain Glover: What exactly is the problem?

    Desmond Doss: No problem, just a mistake, sir. I told the Army when I joined up.

    Captain Glover: That's not possible. Do you know why that's not possible, Private?

    Desmond Doss: No, sir.

    Captain Glover: Because the United States Army does not make mistakes. So if there's a problem, you must be that problem.

    Desmond Doss: I was just never supposed to be sent to a rifle company.

    Sgt Howell: He's a C.O., sir.

    Captain Glover: You're a conscientious objector, and you joined the Army?

    Desmond Doss: Well, no, sir, I'm a conscientious cooperator.

    Captain Glover: [bemused] Are you screwing with me, Doss?

    Desmond Doss: No. No, sir. I volunteered. I ain't got no problem with wearing my uniform, or saluting the flag and doing my duty. It's just carrying a gun and the taking of human life.

    Captain Glover: You don't kill? That's all?

    Desmond Doss: That's all. Yes, sir, that's all.

    Captain Glover: You know quite a bit of killing does occur in a war?

    Desmond Doss: Yes, sir.

    Captain Glover: I mean, that is the essential nature of war.

    Desmond Doss: Yes, sir.

    Captain Glover: All right. Do you have any other requirements of the United States Army? Is there anything else we can do to ensure that you have a comfortable stay here with us?

    Sgt Howell: He doesn't want to work on Saturdays, sir.

    Desmond Doss: Well, Saturdays... I'm a Seventh-Day Adventist. So, Saturday is my Sabbath, so I'm not allowed to work then.

    Captain Glover: I don't think that poses a problem, do you, Sergeant? We shall simply ask the enemy not to invade on the Sabbath, 'cause Private Doss here is at prayer. All right. Now we got that clear. Now let me tell you my requirements. They're not as complicated as yours. They're very simple. As long as you're in this company, under my command, you will obey my orders. Period. If you can't do it here, I can't trust you to do it in battle. I'm putting you in for a Section 8, psychiatric discharge. Dismissed.

  • Sgt Howell: Gentlemen! I want you to meet Private Desmond Doss. Apparently, Private Doss does not believe in violence. He does not practice violence. He will not even deign to touch a weapon. You see, Private Doss is a conscientious objector. So I plead with you, do not look to him to save you on the battlefield, because he will undoubtedly be too busy wrestling with his conscience to assist.

    Desmond Doss: Sarge, that's not true...

    Sgt Howell: PRIVATE, AS YOU WERE! Now I realize that some of you might have strong feelings about this. It is what we men fight for. To defend our rights, and to protect our women and children. Even if Private Doss' beliefs might cause women and children to die. So I will expect everyone in this company to give Private Doss the full measure of respect he is due for the short time that he will be with us.