Hacksaw Ridge is a 2016 biographical war drama film directed by Mel Gibson. The film tells the story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who served as a combat medic during World War II, refusing to carry a weapon because of his personal beliefs. It is a gritty and emotionally charged film that explores themes of faith, courage, and pacifism in the face of extreme violence. The movie was released in the United States on November 4, 2016. As of October 26, 2023, Hacksaw Ridge is available for streaming on services like Hulu and Paramount+.
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Director: Mel Gibson
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Andrew Garfield as Desmond Doss
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Sam Worthington as Captain Glover
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Luke Bracey as Smitty Ryker
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Teresa Palmer as Dorothy Schutte
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Hugo Weaving as Tom Doss
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Rachel Griffiths as Bertha Doss
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Vince Vaughn as Sergeant Howell
- IMDb: 8.1/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 84% critic score, 92% audience score
- Metacritic: 71/100
The film was a box office success, grossing over $180.5 million worldwide against a budget of $40 million. Hacksaw Ridge received six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director, winning two for Best Film Editing and Best Sound Mixing. It also received nominations from the Golden Globes, the BAFTA Awards, and the Critics' Choice Awards.
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- Unbroken (2014): Another biographical war film focusing on the resilience and survival of a soldier during World War II.
- Saving Private Ryan (1998): A classic war film known for its realistic and intense depiction of combat during the Normandy landings.
