Seeing the end, it suddenly dawned on me that this is an anti-war movie

Montana 2022-02-07 14:09:14

The title of a hero is in exchange for his life. People who have truly been heroes may never want to have a second time in their lives.

At that time, the Vietnam War had a great impact on American soldiers. After the war, the soldiers came back lingering, their comrades-in-arms died. What do people want when they come back? They don't want hero titles, and they don't need the government to satisfy any of their wishes. They only want those politicians who have never fought to know that life, which is precious to everyone, is so insignificant on the battlefield. People who have seen life and death only want peace.

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Escape from New York quotes

  • Bob Hauk: Remember, once you're inside you're on your own.

    Snake Plissken: Oh, you mean I can't count on you?

    Bob Hauk: No.

    Snake Plissken: Good!

  • Bob Hauk: It's the survival of the human race, Plissken. Something you don't give a shit about.