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The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

2017 · 70 min

A straightforward, affectionate behind-the-scenes look that is informative and easy to watch without demanding much.

Directed by
Cliff Stephenson
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Andrew Garfield, Mel Gibson, Sam Worthington
Overview
A comprehensive documentary detailing the making of 'Hacksaw Ridge', including the real-life people and story, casting, filming, special effects, stunts, and interviews with Mel Gibson, Andrew Garfield, and more. 'Hacksaw Ridge' is the epic and inspiring true story of Desmond Doss, an army medic and conscientious objector who, during one of the bloodiest battles of World War II, saved 75 men without firing or carrying a gun.

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Directed by
Cliff Stephenson
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Andrew Garfield, Mel Gibson, Sam Worthington
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    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
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    easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Themes
    • war
    • faith
    • violence
    • art
    Places
    • workplace
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
    Form
    • documentary
    • true story
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language mild
    • Violence mild
    • Sex none
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    Action1
    Horror0
    Humour2
    Realism9
    Romance0
    Tension2
    Darkness2
    Complexity3
    Emotional weight4

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    Genres
    documentary
    Directed by
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    Starring
    Andrew Garfield, Mel Gibson, Sam Worthington, Teresa Palmer, Hugo Weaving
    Runtime
    70 min
    Languages
    English

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