I saw a lot of Forrest Gump's shadow, but this movie shouldn't be so like Forrest Gump

Madelyn 2022-04-22 07:01:02

What could have been a very exciting war film, but it was too routine. In some parts, the rhythm is slowed down too much to exaggerate the atmosphere and show the "miracle" of the male protagonist, but the male protagonist's acting skills cannot support such a rhythm at all. Having said that, for such a story, you should dig into the details of this point, or don't shoot it for so long. Whether it is the shooting techniques, the actors' performances, the love before the war, or the slightly dull obsession of the self, all of them are closer to Forrest Gump. But Forrest Gump is a fictional character, a conservative American living in a southern province slightly to the right. He is slightly mentally retarded, but has a firm heart and a strong obsession. But the male protagonist in Bloody Hacksaw Ridge has no signs of mental retardation at all. Why is he acting so mentally retarded? Often a close-up long shot, he would just stick there, his expression and movements did not change, and he couldn't figure out what he was doing? Obsession does not mean mental retardation, he should show firmness, not stay. The actor Hugo Weaving who played his father is completely different. He has played the villain Smith in The Matrix, the nursing home plus size in Yuntu, and the faceless male protagonist in V for Vendetta. The male protagonist is far behind him. too big. Hugo Weaving took a veteran who participated in World War I, all his comrades died, and he had a long-term psychological shadow and wanted to commit suicide, and the complicated psychology of hearing that both sons went to join the army was well interpreted. The details of the American Spitfire in this film being blown up by the fuel tank behind it, reminded me directly of the similar details of the Normandy landings in Saving Private Ryan. However, when it comes to the sense of the war scene, there is no film in my heart that surpasses the Normandy landing at the beginning of Saving Private Ryan. On the one hand, it is a position that cannot be beaten after many times. The residual roared louder than gunshots in the smoke. In general, the performance of the army training and the battlefield part is OK. In addition, the male protagonist's brother joined the army earlier than him, why didn't he appear at all later? There is no explanation at all...

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  • Liana 2021-10-20 18:59:43

    Save 75 lives and win the 525-level Buddha statue.

  • Hertha 2021-10-20 18:59:43

    Without the blessing of real people and real things, you would really think that Mel Gibson is a sacred stick in the name of a false god. When the truth is unbelievable to a certain extent, you will think, how can it be more fake than the movie. But such an old-school movie about personal beliefs, silly and innocent stories, still seem to be moving. The movie is a two-stage structure of "Full Metal Shell". After a long period of calm and struggle, it suddenly enters the hell mode of tearing the devil.

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.