This Vietnam War Film Isn’t Realistic. It’s Real! You Will Feel What The Marines Felt. Terrifying.

I believe this to be the most authentic, real documentary film made during the Vietnam War. The crew that filmed it in 1966 spent 97 days with Mike Company, a part of the 7th Marine Regiment also known as the “Magnificent director/cameraman was injured several times. Director Francis Ford Coppola said that this documentary was one of the main influences that caused him to create Apocalypse Now. The documentary was directed by Eugene S. Jones. It presents a direct, unflinching look at the lives of American soldiers serving in the War. It is a candid portrayal of the war and the soldiers’ experiences, free from the editorial commentary or political viewpoint often found in many war documentaries. The result is a raw, visceral depiction of war that showcases the brutal reality soldiers faced, including combat scenes, wounded soldiers, and the overall hardship of war. The film was well-received and lauded for its realistic depiction of war. It’s regarded as one of the great