Full Metal Jacket: An Accurate Portrayal of the Vietnam War The Vietnam War was one of the most controversial American military involvements of the twentieth century. There has always been much discussion as to why the Americans were forced into defeat and as to why so many American soldiers died for a purpose that was not achieved. Many directors have made attempts at recreating the horrors of this war, and many have been criticized for …showed first 75 words of 1613 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1613 total…towards the Vietnamese, and an excellent picture of a pre-war basic training camp. While it is quite clear that the Americans have made an assortment of Vietnam War movies, all trying to depict the psychological and physical horrors of war, it would be interesting to know if the Vietnamese have any sort of recollection on film concerning the different aspects of the war, and if so what are their opinions on the brutality of it.