Hacksaw Essays

A time in my life that I have had to come together with other people to solve differences would be in cheerleading. There were thirteen girls, all with very different personalities and opinions. Like most cases, our personalities clashed at times, resulting in conflict. Most of the time we were able to resolve our conflicts, but when it came down to our homecoming routine, there was a lot of tension between us all. It is difficult to balance school and cheer at the same time, especially around the

essay is over the movie Hacksaw Ridge written by Robert Schenkkan and Andrew Knight, directed by Mel Gibson. Its purpose is to inform people on the information that was presented in the movie are in correlation with the real events which happened between 1942 and 1946 in Guam and Okinawa during World War II. Hacksaw Ridge holds guts and glory throughout the movie that showed the trials and tribulations that Doss and his other comrades went through. The characters in Hacksaw Ridge play a very important

to achieve greatness. One such film that embodies this spirit is "Hacksaw Ridge." This gripping war drama explores the incredible true story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who became a hero on the battlefield during World War II. While the movie showcases Doss's unwavering determination and selflessness, it also sheds light on the destructive nature of war and the toll it takes on individuals and their families. "Hacksaw Ridge" opens with a glimpse into Desmond Doss's early life, portraying

In the movie, Hacksaw Ridge, the medic, Desmond Doss, is shown to be very confident. In one scene he is talking about a girl and is very confident saying he would get her, and had no doubts at all. Being confident is important, because it helps you stand up for what you believe in and you won 't back down as easily. I admired how much the medic stands up for himself and didn 't let anybody get to his head, and how confident he was and didn 't let anybody ever stomp all over him. The medic, was the

In the film, Hacksaw Ridge a combat medic by the name of Desmond Doss refuses to go into combat without any type of weapon. In the movie, it is pointed out that it is his right not to bear arms, just as much as it is other people’s right to bear arms. Throughout the movie, Private Doss is literally beaten for his beliefs and desire to continue on fighting for what he believes in. The things that Private Doss did and sacrificed for his beliefs saved the lives of more than 50 lives and changed the

In April of 1945, The Battle of Okinawa took place with over 150,000 casualties. When all the American soldiers retreated, one man stayed behind and helped save 75 men without firing a single bullet. The movie, Hacksaw Ridge, is about a young man named Desmond Doss who saved 75 men without killing anyone due to his Christian beliefs. The most prominent theme in the movie is that even when everyone in the world seems against you, you should always stick by your beliefs and to do what is right. Three

Hacksaw Ridge, directed by Mel Gibson, is a film that takes place during World War II. Specifically during “The Battle of Okinawa” at the location of the infamous “Hacksaw Ridge.” The film focuses on Desmond Doss, who decided to enlist in the Army as a “conscientious objector” during wartime. This caused a lot of issues for him during his time at basic training , and right before being sent to his unit . Because he didn’t have a rifle qualification on record and refused to pick up a rifle they

“Hacksaw Ridge”: the Film Review Hacksaw Ridge is a war drama based on documentary materials; it was directed by Mel Gibson and first demonstrated in 2016. The film tells story of Desmond Doss, a man with difficult fate. The character does not want to interact with weapons because of his faith and negative previous family experience, like an assault on his brother with a brick or an attempted assassination of own father, which hit his wife, Desmond’s mother. But Doss decided to join the army despite

Movie Report: Hacksaw Ridge The movie Hacksaw Ridge takes place during World War II on the island of Okinawa against the Japanese. The bombing of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in 1941 while under Franklin Roosevelt 's presidency by the Japanese triggered America’s involvement in World War II. Hacksaw Ridge is a historically accurate movie pertaining to the real life events of what went on between the characters, the settings and events during World War II at Hacksaw Ridge in Okinawa. Desmond Doss, who is

being awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor is told in the 2016 war film, “Hacksaw Ridge”. The movie follows PVT Doss (Andrew Garfield), Sergeant Howell (Vince Vaughn) and Captain Glover (Sam Worthington) through the Battle of Okinawa, and the struggles PVT Doss had to overcome as a conscientious objector. “Hacksaw Ridge” was directed by Mel Gibson, produced by Tony Benedict, with screenplay by Andrew Knight. “Hacksaw Ridge” is a true story about U.S. Army Medic Private Desmond Doss, who saved

When faced with the ultimate test of faith, one man stood tall and unwavering in his convictions. Desmond Doss is a devout Seventh-day Adventist who made a vow to God that he would not kill or harm another person. The movie, “Hacksaw Ridge,” is a powerful representation of religious devotion and the power of true faith. If the movie is viewed at face value, some might say that it is about him trying to follow the commandment “Thou shalt not kill” (Douay-Rheims Bible, Exodus 20.13); however, the vow

The film Hacksaw Ridge follows the inspiring true story of Desmond Doss in the Battle of Okinawa during World War II. The highly praised film won an Academy Award as well multiple AACTA, Satellite, Critics Choice, and BAFTA awards. Although the film is based on a true story, many viewers question its accuracy. Viewers find it hard to believe that one man not only survived extremely dangerous war conditions without the use of a gun, but also risked his life over and over in order to save fellow comrades

the Christ, Mel Gibson has never been afraid to display the entrails of violence. Mr. Gibson 's first film in a decade, Hacksaw Ridge, tells the true story of an army medic who sees the extremity of violence during a war but still his humanity remains. Strangely enough, I have never seen a more remarkable film despite all the bloodiness making Hacksaw Ridge my favorite film. Hacksaw Ridge 's setting takes place

The 2016 Mel Gibson film, “Hacksaw Ridge”, presents a constant theme of being faithful and patriotic. Gibson portrays these themes through the use of the plot line, lighting, and the film’s soundtrack. The plot of the film is based on a true story. It is set in the 1950’s, where Desmond Doss (Andrew Garfield) enlists to be a WWII medic after the bombing of Pearl Harbour. However, Doss refuses to carry a gun due to his religious beliefs. As a Seventh Day Adventist, he wants to save lives, not take

Japanese internment camps made us question who was really an American and it relates to today’s issues. Internment camps were similar to concentration camps or prison and Japanese-Americans were put into them. Even though they were considered Americans, they were still treated unfairly by other Americans. So who is American? In my opinion, the Japanese were still trying to show that they were Americans. They were complying with people putting them into the internment camps and they burned all

portrayed is inaccurate. In this connections report I will be using examples from four texts: “Saving Private Ryan” directed by Steven Spielberg, “Kelly’s Heroes” directed by Brian G. Hutton, “Iraq And Roll” written and performed by Clint Black and “Hacksaw Ridge” directed by Mel Gibson. Not all soldiers are patriotic The creators of soldier related texts often depict their characters as loyal, patriotic and happy to follow orders, but some creators want to show that not everyone has a perfect moral

The novel All Quiet on the Western Front demonstrates a theme, war can be physically and psychologically harming. In this book it constantly shows examples of characters being harmed physically, but they also get mentally torn apart. An example of mental pain is when Paul goes on leave to visit home. He experienced severe PTSD and felt like he didn't belong there anymore because of his experiences. “I find I do not belong here anymore, it is a foreign world” (Remarque 168). While everyone keeps on

"I couldn't picture Christ with a rifle killing people." this quote from Desmond Doss showing his ambition to stand up for what he believed in. He spent his childhood with a fervent belief in the holy bible. Desmond was married twice in his 87 years of age. He served in three combat campaigns for three years. The catch is he refused to carry a gun during war. Bertha Doss, a stay at home mother, gave birth to Desmond Thomas Doss on February 7th, 1919 in Lynchburg,Virginia. Doss’s father, William

Desmond Doss Heroes are people who make a difference for the better. They are the people who are willing to sacrifice themselves for a reason, the individuals who have greatly influenced others by doing extraordinary deeds. One hero that many individuals admire is Desmond Doss because of his selflessness and perseverance under fire. This hero lived a very religious life. He was born of the seventh of February, nineteen-nineteen in Lynchburg Virginia. His parents raised him as a devout Seventh-day

Desmond or other men like him; I believe, like Desmond stated himself, that they should be designated as conscientious cooperators, because just because they hold certain beliefs they are not objecting to serve their country. I have not seen the movie Hacksaw