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Three steelworkers enlist in the army and are sent to Vietnam, one leaving behind a rushed marriage, the others a shared love. What they encounter during the war changes their lives forever.
A group of working-class friends from a small industrial town in Pennsylvania experience the devastating effects of the Vietnam War when their lives are irrevocably altered by their military service. The film follows their experiences in the war, their struggles with physical and psychological trauma, and their attempts to reintegrate into civilian life afterward.
The Deer Hunter received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful performances, direction, and unflinching depiction of the war's impact on ordinary lives. While some criticized its length and depiction of Russian roulette, it was lauded for its emotional depth and as a significant anti-war statement.
Praised for its epic scope and profound emotional resonance.
Celebrated for its powerful and harrowing performances, particularly from De Niro and Walken.
Considered a landmark film in its exploration of the psychological toll of war.
Google audience: Audiences are deeply moved by the film's raw portrayal of friendship, sacrifice, and the enduring trauma of war. Many highlight the unforgettable performances and the film's impactful, albeit difficult, subject matter.
Won 5 Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director, and was nominated for 4 others. Also won BAFTA Awards and Golden Globe Awards.
The iconic Russian roulette scene was filmed with blanks, and the sounds were added in post-production to avoid any real danger to the actors.
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Did Michael Cimino ever make another movie? I wouldn't be surprised if not after this harrowing and intense look at the human psyche after it's exposure to the brutalities of war. The war was in Vietnam, and the protagonists here are those ...
The Deer Hunter (1978) — Excellent character war drama that showcases some great performances, mainly De Niro and Walken. Directed by Michael Cimino, this 3-hour film takes its time developing these characters and shows the psychological si...
With director Cimino's recent death and his reputation in tatters since the debacle of 'Heaven's Gate', I decided to visit 'The Deer Hunter'. Though over three hours long, it's astonishing, paced so achingly right and I can see why he right...
Slow pace movie which nicely depicts the life of worker class Russian inmigrants in USA and the impact that its young generation receives from Vietnam's war. The actual shock cause being the crazy game of the Russian roulette only helps ...