The "saved 75 people" was just the official count on the citation for his medal. Estimates are he saved ~112 men, IIRC. The ironic thing about this movie is that they *toned down* Private Doss's heroic acts, because they thought the totality of his heroism would be unbelievable to the audience. If nothing else, read his page on Wikipedia. This man was the *epitome* of Hero.
Yes, that was the total one of the officers who investigated for the citation said could be objectively proven (ie that's likely low). Desmond Doss objected to the citation and said there was no way it could have been over 50. In deference to his feelings they compromised on 75. I had the honor of hearing him speak at a youth event and have a few minutes of conversation with him afterwards when I was a young man. It had a major impact on my life.
He was one of God's children, a gift to so many people. Of the men he saved, he also saved all the families of the men that were created after the war. There are some astounding stories of great people whom we have blessed to have on this earth, and Desomd Doss will always be one of my favorites.
As a Navy Hospital Corpsman (counterpart to Doss's medic) his story was well known to me. To point out the battle details, by Okinawa Doss had twice awarded for bravery in the Philippines and ion Guam. Doss's battle was actually 5-6 DAYS, not overnight as suggested by the movie. To answer your question about the 96th, that was the unit number, not the number of persons left. Many many years later I was stationed on Okinawa. I have stood on Hacksaw Ridge. The moment has stayed with me all these years. It is now a Peace Park dedicated to Doss. Something you need to understand that escarpment is 400 feet tall. As for the dad, Hugo Weaving gave quite possibly the single best performance of a combat veteran struggling with what now is called PTSD. The fact he wasn't nominated let alone win the best supporting actor is just criminal
I wish I had known his story while we were there. We were in Okinawa the year he died. There is so much incredible history there, but also just too much, you know. If I’d known I think I’d’ve liked to visit that peace park.
My grandfather was in ww2.. had just married my grandmother before he went. She gave him a bible. He kept it over his heart. He was shot but bullet lodged in metal case Bible was in. I have it and have enclosed it in a glass box. One of my most cherished things ❤
I learned about Desmond Doss in 1998 while I was in the Marines. We were doing a battle site tour and the tour guide was telling us about him while we were at the actual Hacksaw Ridge. The tour guide told us that a conscientious objector medic, unarmed, single handedly helped 75 men escape Hacksaw and my initial reaction was "No freakin' way that's possible". I was wrong. This is one of my favorite Medal of Honor stories. Desmond Doss is one of the bravest and most heroic men to serve the United States. Ever.
This is one of those RARE instances where Hollywood *undersold* his story. If you read his MoH citation, it's even more remarkable. Here it is in its entirety: "He was a company aidman when the 1st Battalion assaulted a jagged escarpment 400 feet high. As our troops gained the summit, a heavy concentration of artillery, mortar, and machine-gun fire crashed into them, inflicting approximately 75 casualties and driving the others back. Pfc. Doss refused to seek cover and remained in the fire-swept area with the many stricken, carrying them one by one to the edge of the escarpment and there lowering them on a rope-supported litter down the face of a cliff to friendly hands. On 2 May, he exposed himself to heavy rifle and mortar fire in rescuing a wounded man 200 yards forward of the lines on the same escarpment; and two days later he treated four men who had been cut down while assaulting a strongly defended cave, advancing through a shower of grenades to within eight yards of enemy forces in a cave's mouth, where he dressed his comrades' wounds before making four separate trips under fire to evacuate them to safety. On 5 May, he unhesitatingly braved enemy shelling and small-arms fire to assist an artillery officer. He applied bandages, moved his patient to a spot that offered protection from small-arms fire, and, while artillery and mortar shells fell close by, painstakingly administered plasma. Later that day, when an American was severely wounded by fire from a cave, Pfc. Doss crawled to him where he had fallen 25 feet from the enemy position, rendered aid, and carried him 100 yards to safety while continually exposed to enemy fire. On 21 May, in a night attack on high ground near Shuri, he remained in exposed territory while the rest of his company took cover, fearlessly risking the chance that he would be mistaken for an infiltrating Japanese and giving aid to the injured until he was himself seriously wounded in the legs by the explosion of a grenade. Rather than call another aidman from cover, he cared for his own injuries and waited five hours before litter bearers reached him and started carrying him to cover. The trio was caught in an enemy tank attack and Pfc. Doss, seeing a more critically wounded man nearby, crawled off the litter and directed the bearers to give their first attention to the other man. Awaiting the litter bearers' return, he was again struck, this time suffering a compound fracture of one arm. With magnificent fortitude he bound a rifle stock to his shattered arm as a splint and then crawled 300 yards over rough terrain to the aid station. Through his outstanding bravery and unflinching determination in the face of desperately dangerous conditions Pfc. Doss saved the lives of many soldiers. His name became a symbol throughout the 77th Infantry Division for outstanding gallantry far above and beyond the call of duty."
Had a friend say they didnt need to make the movie so graphic, but to me it was the only way to show the true horror and the true courage to a newer generation so they can truly appreciate the story.
i would rather they show the truth of war, make it as graphic as needed to show the truth - because if you tone down the depictions of war, there will be more war but who can watch the horror of war and wish it on anyone, even their worst enemy?
Don't forget, this wasn't his first action in WW2. He was already well decorated before this battle came about. Also, his Story is so incredible that they actually toned it down figuring nobody would believe what this astonishing man did.... To see him and hear him speak at the end is truly a gift for us and opens up the tears yet again..
Thomas Doss was a WW1 vet who fought at the battle of Belleau Wood. He suffered greatly from PTSD This was a 26 day long battle. That was the USMC first major battle in WW1. It was trench warfare. This ment constant shelling from enemy artillery and almost daily hand to hand combat. In this battle both the French and British retreated leaving the Americans standing alone against the Greman Army. This is where the Gremans gave the Marines their nickname Devil Dogs. Because when asked by the Greman high command why the Germans had not taken the USMC posted. The Greman officer told the High Command. That it was like fighting hell hounds or Devil Dogs. Because they refused to give up ground and fought more fiercely than the Gremans had ever incountered before. At its end of the 26 day long battle there were over 9000 US Marines and soldiers that were either wounded or kill.
Great comment. I really think we need more movies about WWI, it’s underserved in my opinion. I saw 1917 in theater when it was released and it blew us out of the water… first movie in YEARS where the whole room was silent for a minute when it finished, no one moved.
Best war story ever told….A real life hero, he did the impossible with the strength of God!!!!!! What a beautiful soul he was and the way he stayed humble afterwards was incredible ❤
He was a Seventh Day Adventist Christian, who put his faith in God first. As you will see many scoffed at him, many were saved because he chose to follow Gods way rather than man's.
Let the world say what they will, Doss had the protection of GOD! That is all there is to it. His faith was used to show the world what true faith is like!!
In some significant ways, this excellent true story of Desmond Doss was toned down to make it more believable. However, there are some things that were changed that you might want to know about. Doss and his unit had actually taken part in two previous Pacific island invasions before they got to Okinawa, and Doss had actually been decorated with the Bronze Star for Valor twice in the second battle, so Desmond was already a well respected member of the unit before Hacksaw Ridge. You can understand why they decided to compress the story entirely to the Okinawa campaign to keep the story easier to understand. Some of the other changes they made are also understandable, such as they amped up the drama of the trial a lot, and the situation where he leaves his wife at the altar while he sits in a cell is not quite the way that happened. The website History vs Hollywood article on this movie is pretty good, and covers most the of the stuff that they changed or were mistaken about.👍
Bro no offense but do you enjoy always copy and paste the same comment every single time and do you always has this information saved or bookmarked on you phone just waiting to use it
@@geraldthegoose1685 No offense taken...I am trying to spread information around, so I do copy and paste some of my comments...I just go back to another time I used the comment on an older video and copy it from there. I wanted folks who watch this to know a couple of things that were changed from the real story, and in the case of Hacksaw, it is notable that some details were toned down instead of exaggerated...but that some things were also exaggerated in ways that are similar to other movies. But in this case, I also wanted to make sure as many people as possible know about the History vs Hollywood site. 😎
Hello. I am now 75, and was a Navy Corpsman / Marine Medic stationed in S.E. Asia in 71 - 73. Vietnam was a rough time, but I am so proud of the time served along with other medics. I very much enjoyed your reaction to this period in history. It is a shame that this is rarely mentioned in our history courses. Continued blessings to you both.
This is the best war related movies ever made. The fact that it was true and ended with interviews with the people who were actually there makes it so much more impactful. I cant watch this movie without tearing up.
For some reason, when he speaks at the end, as soon as he does, I bust out crying. Movies are one thing, but when the real deal happens, it's another thing.
What a travesty that it didn't win Best Picture and Hugo Weaving didn't get recognition with the Best Supporting Actor award for his portrayal as the father.
@@SamJackson-xu1py Moonlight won instead for that year. Can't say it was undeserved, that one is powerful as well, but I have no idea how I would be able to choose between Moonlight and Hacksaw Ridge- feels like an impossible decision.
I feel blessed to have been able to meet this man, shake his hand, and thank him for his service. I was a valet at a stop on the MOH tour, in 2000. I had spent two days reading about those guys. All very great men. Its sad knowing that most, if not all of the ones I met are gone now.
I never read the Captain America comics, growing up. Then I saw Chris Evan’s portrayal of him. I thought, wow, imagine someone so unselfish with nothing in them but the passionate belief of doing right. I was an instant fan. Then I saw Hacksaw Ridge. There are no words. Desmond Doss should have a statue of prominence on The National Mall.
I found this movie on a fluke one night and when I tell you I cried like a baby seeing the real Desmond Doss at the end of the movie. Man! I had no idea it was a real person. I ended up doing a deep dive on him. He was truly an amazing man.
It's probably just part of the film's dramatization, but one of my favorite details in the movie is that Desmond says throughout the film that he won't touch a rifle. When he tells Smitty the full story in the fox hole, we finally understand the full gravity of the vow he made. But then, he doesn't hesitate one second to use a rifle to create the stretcher for Howell. He seems irrationally stuck on the letter of his vow to everyone else, even Dorothy, but we see then that even though he refused to train with a weapon, his heart really is in the spirit of the vow--he has no qualms about touching a rifle as long as it's to save someone's life.
When u know the ENTIRE story he is even more incredible. Its amazing what belief can do. Read or listen to his autobiography u truly will not regret it at all.
@micheletrainor1601 I did look him up. Sick most of the time there and even hurt he was telling others how to help other wounded soldiers. A great man.
@@mwooldridge9155 read or listen to the book as its so unbelievable that one human being did what he did it's just like reading miracles it's INCREDIBLE. Google will tell u only so much but if their is one autobiography to start off with it's his as virtually nobody else can touch him unless you go to religious texts for examples it's so incredible. Totally mind blowing like a literal super hero. He had tuberculosis and lost a lung to it he didn't know he had it ( literally u can't breath and cough up blood) he was diagnosed while recovering in the V.A hospital. Sooooo much more than even that tho truly blows your mind what faith can do. Nothing could stop him not even getting shot as he climbed off the stretcher telling them to get another soldier on while he braced his arm with a rifle and still saved men again. Like I said mindowing.
Asia and BJ so glad to see you back, your reaction to this video was original and thank you for watching. My dad was in ww2. I had the chance to meet Mr. Doss before he passed. I too was a combat medic in Vietnam and can relate to his faith. However, I always carried a weapon so that I could save the guys with me.
Mel Gibson is an amazing actor and director! He directed this film and you both will love it! Love and prayers to all who served in the armed forces and to those no longer with us. God Bless and thank you for your service from whatever country you served. Please also check out Kelly’s Hero’s. It’s an amazing war movie! My dad’s favorite!! God Bless to you both from my mom and I in So. Cal USA 🇺🇸 🥰🥰
I worked with Desmond's great grandson. After seeing the movie I asked him about it because he had the same last name. Ironic that he knew about him being in WW2, but that was all. I encouraged him to watch the movie. He later told me that he watched it with his dad.
If you ever get the chance, I believe the surprise television program from the 1950s “this Is your life” had one episode dedicated to him where they surprise the guest with friends and family from their past. To hear some of the people who he saved and hear him such as humble, simple gentleman always brings me to tears! We still have people like him, just a lot of folks don’t know them .
"Lord please just let me get one more" that sentence broke me. If I could request a great movie? I would request the "Great Outdoors" with John Candy. Love you get. ❤❤❤
The double bowline is a real knot, not a mistake. Doss learned to tie it and used it while he was growing up on the farm. Desmond Doss and his wife Dorothy are buried at Chattanooga National Cemetery. The first recipients of the Medal of Honor are also buried there.
Its the full bowline knot the single loop is a half bowline he actually tied the correct knot and they didn't it's pretty funny. I use both every day for work
My favorite thing that was left out because nobody would believe it happened after he was wounded and before he was lowered down. He waited 5 hours for a stretcher and when he finally was carried off he saw someone hurt worse than he was and crawled off the stretcher so that the other man could be taken first. While he was waiting he was hit in the arm and made a splint out of a rifle stock. He had already been awarded 5 other medals and I’ll bet one or two of those stories are almost as good as this one.
I was in the Army Infantry back in the 70's our medic didn't carry a weapon, it was because of the Geneva convention that recognized medics as non-combatants. However, though the Geneva convention said that medics weren't supposed to be killed because they were non-combatants, they were often a favorite target of the enemy.
I had the great honor to visit Desmond’s final resting place at the Chattanooga National Cemetery last year. His is a story of unswerving conviction and determination to accomplish the seemingly impossible is an inspiration to all of us. Mel Gibson was the director of this incredible movie. Y’all must watch “We Were Soldiers” starring Mel Gibson and Sam Elliott. It is a true story of the events in the Ia Drang Valley during the Vietnam War in 1965. “Gardens of Stone” starring James Caan, James Earl Jones, Angelica Huston, and D.B. Sweeney is another outstanding movie set during the Vietnam War. Please put these movie on your “must see” list. You WON’T be disappointed!
I am so excited for this one. What an amazing story. The power of The Lord is so real, the strength and courage he bring to us in our hardest moments is undeniable! ❤
Excellent movie about an amazing man. This does not follow his life exactly, but all he did during the war was even more than what was depicted, it was toned down for the movie to keep it believable.
I love this movie I'm so glad you guys watched it. I watched this one for the first time several months back and I cried for sure. Desmond is the example of selfless service. Such an amazing man of God. We should all strive to be more like him.
I highly recommend watching The Last Full Measure. The movie focuses on William H. Pitsenbarger, a U.S. Air Force Pararescueman (commonly known today as PJ's) who personally saved over 60 men during the Vietnam War, sacrificing his life in the process. It also showcases the 35 year struggle to have him be awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions. A retired PJ told me that Pitsenbarger is the example drilled into them during their selection course and training.
What always amazes me is we could barely tolerate the fighting for 2 hours, but in real life it took 10 days to take Hacksaw and about 10 weeks to take Okinawa.
In truth he actually stood on the ridge for a long time lowering men faster before he went to the other approach of laying down. As he stood there bullets shot at him but they couldn't hit him. He just kept praying and some of the Japanese reported that when they shot at him their rifles misfired.
Great reaction guys. I watched this one in the cinema and when it got to the end and all the old war heroes began talking, the tears started rolling down my face. A remarkable story.
One of the most inspirational movies - and true stories - of all time. I cry every time I see this. And did again just watching you react to it! What an amazing man Desmond was. So humble, brave, steadfast, and pure of heart. His single-minded focus on saving lives and serving God… beyond words. A role model for all of to look up to and to try - even if in small wats - to try our best to emulate. I am in awe of this man.
My grandfather fought in the pacific. Along with his older brother. Survived Okinawa. He every now and then talked of his experience. He said once when they would transport them to the frontline he would fall asleep because his logic was that if they got motor shelled in transit he wouldn’t feel it. Spoke that men would be crying. He’d say war makes devils of all men.
149,425 Civilian Dead or Missing 12,520 US Military Dead or Missing. 90,000 est. Japanese Dead or Missing. Out of almost 150,000 men the US had a 35% casualty rate. It was brutal. I know my stepfather was part of the Okinawan Campaign. That was the only thing I recall him ever mentioned about his time. It wasn't until he died I learned he had received the Distinguished Service Cross.
Desmond was with the 77th infantry division. They relieved the 96th infantry division at Hacksaw Ridge. My father was in the 96th infantry division on Okinawa.
My Dad was in Okinawa in 1945, Army Aviation Engineer Battalion. After Japan surrendered, he boxed Golden Gloves before coming home to Kentucky. I did not learn that until the day he was buried, when his brother told me. Those guys didn't talk about the War much. Great movie and story; glad you liked it. Check out "Platoon" when you get a chance. Peace and Love.
My grandfather was in WWII as well, but he was in europe. He never talked about it either. he would talk about how he was a bugler, the one that played taps every morning, talk about the machines, tanks, planes, etc, but never what he did or saw. we only learned after he died he had been all over europe, had gotten the rank of gunnery sergeant 3rd class, had seen alot of combat.
@EdPawley Sounds like your dad was a fine man & a good soldier. They call them The Greatest Generation & I understand why. Much love from a fellow Kentuckian. 💙🌿💙
You guys are awesome! Love your reactions and take. Too many people talk wayyy too much or try to add unnecessary commentary. You guys are balanced and actually enjoy the films. Kudos to you, cheers. Can’t wait for your next reaction
If there was a title above hero, he would be it!! "In case nobody told you, I love you" is all I wait to hear at the end of every video!!! "Peace and Blessings" from BJ too!! Aloha from Hawaii Y'all!!!
That’s why I don’t like it when people ask if vets have a “good war stories”. They usually want to hear about the things they’d rather not talk about. Some can be good. Like acts of kindness and things like that. But if they want to tell, they’ll tell. Don’t ask.
Fantastic film and a great reaction. You both have an eclectic range of emotions which really makes the viewer connect with you. Humour, fear and most importantly you pay full attention to what’s going on. Great reaction. This one hits home a bit different, Major Nathan Jones. Medical Officer, British army.
Looks like Asia's probably ready for another Rom-Com for a break. LOL Yeah. That was an emotional ride. WWII (and any war really) required heroic actions that the rest of us can't even comprehend.
I saw this movie a couple times , even watching this reaction still brought up the emotions just knowing that this battle really happened and the Man really accomplished what he did. I hope there are more people like him these days, To God be the Glory for the strength he gives to a few.
Desmond's determination to serve was no exaggeration. Desmond had a defense industry job at Newport News Shipyard in Virginia, so he had a draft deferment.
The scene near the end, about the Bible... Is even more incredible than the short amount of time they were able to spend on it. By official accounts, defying orders, not one man serving with Doss that day in his platoon would leave the ridge until it was found. If I remember correctly it took upwards of 16 hours to find it. They had that much respect for him!
Indwelt by The Holy Spirit, this man. Because of his adoration of The Lord, his humility, his repentance, convicted by The Holy Spirit, his pureness of heart, his love for his brother(s).......He did everything the Lord asked of him, through FAITH, operating in The Spirit, and not in accord to the flesh as this world demands. He did as Christ does! Lay down your life for another ~ there is no greater love. This movie and true story is just beautiful! God Bless you 2 for reacting to it.
Wow. Today is the day of the Lord, apparently. Just went to see Toby Mac live in concert and now I see you two are reacting to Desomnd Doss's story. Can't wait to watch. Desmond was a True Hero with incredible conviction in his faith.
I don’t know if you have seen this film yet, but, another great film to watch that will bring many tears to your eyes is a little movie known as “Schindler’s List”. It will definitely break your heart.
If anyone deserved to see the pearly gates, it was Desmond Doss. His conviction to his faith, and his will to save lives instead of taking them make him certified hero and legend and hero. I could only dream of being half the man he was. God bless him 🙏
One of the best war movies ever, if not the best. Another good war movie based on a true story is "We Were Soldiers" starring Mel Gibson (who also brilliantly directed Hacksaw Ridge).
The real story is so incredible they didn't put it on film because no one would believe it. As he was being carried away wounded at the end, he got of the cot and made the medics take another wounded man, he got shot twice more before he made it back to safety, He was partially disabled after that. ANd he never asked for anything. Look for the video of him on "This is your life" a tv game show where he is reunited with some soldiers. They gave him some farmland as a gift and a tractor, because that was his dream, just to be able to support his family.
What this movie captures that most movies don't : It takes courage to pick up a combat rifle, sword, knife, etc. with prior knowledge that your craft with it will be utilized to take lives. Just because the enemy is a man doesn't mean he wasn't once, or is no longer a boy. It doesn't mean that he doesn't have a family praying for his safe return. I also had my Basic Training at Fort Jackson in 2014. I specifically remember the feeling when I'd gotten my training rifle, a real M-16.. after so many years of seeing it on screen. It felt incredibly deadly in my hands. I stood, shocked at the Specialist who'd given me it like he was out of his mind because it wasn't just me who was having this moment of profound experience, I'm sure. There's so many emotions I got from it in just that moment in life. And then some time after we got our weapons, our very religious Drill Sergeant (he still cussed on shift) marched us off elsewhere and I swore he sounded just a little bit different than all the times before.
There are many movies now that could also be considered motivational in nature. Wintalkers- starring Nicholas Cage, Indianapolis - Ship of Doom also starring Nicolas Cage, The Great Escaoe, and U-571 . All are based on world war two events, and have several great actors in them. Loved watching you two take the time to get invested in such a great piece of film.
Thank you so much for reacting to this amazing film. It's such a great example of a godly man, who was filled with so much integrity, bravery, honor and perseverance. It's an incredible story that people need to see. 2 more true stories brought to film are "Shackleton's Captain" and "Cinderella Man." With so much craziness going on in the world right now, I think it is good and encouraging for people to see true stories of everyday people doing amazing things. Be well and God bless.
UGH BOUT TIME!!!! Im so happy yall reacted to this. Yall are fav reactors right now, and having just watched this movie again in a long time, i thought to myself how much i wished yall would watch it to. Im literally about to watch your reaction again just because it was so good and intense and i love yall. RUN IT BACK
The best part about this movie is that it didn't showed Japanese as weak or scared like usually in war movies as they have to show the enemy not as brave as the heroes but this movie depicted the reality of Okinawa as correct as possible.
You two did a wonderful job, I loved your reactions. What a man Desmond Doss was. With all the nonsense going on in the world today, his true to life story and all the bravery of the "Greatest Generation" makes me proud. Rest in Paradise Mr. Doss.
I read that four 10-foot cargo nets, procured from the Navy, were used to climb upHacksaw Ridge. There is a picture of Doss standing on top of the escarpment looking down the net.
The Prayer of the Medic: "Please, let me save one more, just one more..." When Doss finally came down from Hacksaw that day, he wasn't a soldier or a medic to those men, but a literal guardian angel.
A detail I always liked about this film is in the end, he even brought Smitty's body back (the counterweight he jumped down with). While it was, in the moment, what Doss needed to do in order to survive; it's also part of the creed in the Army "I will never abandon a fallen comrade". If your battle buddy goes down, you get him back on point if he's still alive. If he's not alive, you bring his body back and you absolutely motherfucking make sure his body is properly wrapped up when you do.
I gotta say I was really happy you guys saw the movie. I don’t think you guy took breaths during the battle scenes!! It’s insane that this was a true story. Mel Gibson knows how to make movies!!! I like that you guys don’t shy away from the religious parts of the movie, most reactions talk about his bravery. BJ your eyes were watery through the action and Asia you held your breath for so long I was worried you faint lol!!
Hey, guys! I’m a long time follower of your reactions and love the job that you do! I’ve read that Desmond had actually brought over 100 men down Hacksaw, and that they spent 8+ hours trying to find his Bible! The reason that they only said 75 men in the movie was that they were concerned that people would have had a hard time believing that!
I'm glad you got to see this. I started watching about a week ago. I've watched like 10 shows already. Being a movie nut. Watching your enjoyment is awesome. ✌️❤️🙏
Do some additional research on Desmond Doss. The story is much more than what the movie shows. The video clip of Doss on the television show "This is Your Life" was real and Doss was noticeably embarrassed. He didn't want any notoriety for his service but didn't want to be rude when they surprised him with the show. It took years before people met his minimum standards to make the movie you just watched. He was more than a nation's hero; He was the epitome of a humble man.
There was also stories from the enemy side like one specifically, he said he Desmond in his sites, and everytime he tried taking a shot at him, his gun would keep jamming up. Just watch the documentary the conciousness objector it has so many incredible stories about Desmond saving people. Desmond also saved the lives of the enemies too because of his faith. He gave credit to God till the day he died. He did what he believed was God's destiny for him and God protected him. ❤
The "saved 75 people" was just the official count on the citation for his medal. Estimates are he saved ~112 men, IIRC.
The ironic thing about this movie is that they *toned down* Private Doss's heroic acts, because they thought the totality of his heroism would be unbelievable to the audience. If nothing else, read his page on Wikipedia. This man was the *epitome* of Hero.
Yes, that was the total one of the officers who investigated for the citation said could be objectively proven (ie that's likely low). Desmond Doss objected to the citation and said there was no way it could have been over 50. In deference to his feelings they compromised on 75.
I had the honor of hearing him speak at a youth event and have a few minutes of conversation with him afterwards when I was a young man. It had a major impact on my life.
We need a new word. There simply isn’t a noun or adjective in English that is strong enough.
@@keithmartin4670 Saint is quite fitting
Yes indeed! Hard to imagine what all they “toned down” so that the masses would believe it. What a Man.
He was one of God's children, a gift to so many people. Of the men he saved, he also saved all the families of the men that were created after the war. There are some astounding stories of great people whom we have blessed to have on this earth, and Desomd Doss will always be one of my favorites.
As a Navy Hospital Corpsman (counterpart to Doss's medic) his story was well known to me. To point out the battle details, by Okinawa Doss had twice awarded for bravery in the Philippines and ion Guam. Doss's battle was actually 5-6 DAYS, not overnight as suggested by the movie. To answer your question about the 96th, that was the unit number, not the number of persons left. Many many years later I was stationed on Okinawa. I have stood on Hacksaw Ridge. The moment has stayed with me all these years. It is now a Peace Park dedicated to Doss. Something you need to understand that escarpment is 400 feet tall. As for the dad, Hugo Weaving gave quite possibly the single best performance of a combat veteran struggling with what now is called PTSD. The fact he wasn't nominated let alone win the best supporting actor is just criminal
I wish I had known his story while we were there. We were in Okinawa the year he died. There is so much incredible history there, but also just too much, you know. If I’d known I think I’d’ve liked to visit that peace park.
My grandfather was in ww2.. had just married my grandmother before he went. She gave him a bible. He kept it over his heart. He was shot but bullet lodged in metal case Bible was in. I have it and have enclosed it in a glass box. One of my most cherished things ❤
Yes, those family items are priceless.
@@paulcarfantan6688 absolutely 🥰 He went on to live a blessed 94 years 💙❤️
That’s a treasure to keep. That’s beautiful.
I learned about Desmond Doss in 1998 while I was in the Marines. We were doing a battle site tour and the tour guide was telling us about him while we were at the actual Hacksaw Ridge. The tour guide told us that a conscientious objector medic, unarmed, single handedly helped 75 men escape Hacksaw and my initial reaction was "No freakin' way that's possible". I was wrong. This is one of my favorite Medal of Honor stories.
Desmond Doss is one of the bravest and most heroic men to serve the United States. Ever.
This is one of those RARE instances where Hollywood *undersold* his story. If you read his MoH citation, it's even more remarkable. Here it is in its entirety:
"He was a company aidman when the 1st Battalion assaulted a jagged escarpment 400 feet high. As our troops gained the summit, a heavy concentration of artillery, mortar, and machine-gun fire crashed into them, inflicting approximately 75 casualties and driving the others back. Pfc. Doss refused to seek cover and remained in the fire-swept area with the many stricken, carrying them one by one to the edge of the escarpment and there lowering them on a rope-supported litter down the face of a cliff to friendly hands.
On 2 May, he exposed himself to heavy rifle and mortar fire in rescuing a wounded man 200 yards forward of the lines on the same escarpment; and two days later he treated four men who had been cut down while assaulting a strongly defended cave, advancing through a shower of grenades to within eight yards of enemy forces in a cave's mouth, where he dressed his comrades' wounds before making four separate trips under fire to evacuate them to safety.
On 5 May, he unhesitatingly braved enemy shelling and small-arms fire to assist an artillery officer. He applied bandages, moved his patient to a spot that offered protection from small-arms fire, and, while artillery and mortar shells fell close by, painstakingly administered plasma. Later that day, when an American was severely wounded by fire from a cave, Pfc. Doss crawled to him where he had fallen 25 feet from the enemy position, rendered aid, and carried him 100 yards to safety while continually exposed to enemy fire.
On 21 May, in a night attack on high ground near Shuri, he remained in exposed territory while the rest of his company took cover, fearlessly risking the chance that he would be mistaken for an infiltrating Japanese and giving aid to the injured until he was himself seriously wounded in the legs by the explosion of a grenade. Rather than call another aidman from cover, he cared for his own injuries and waited five hours before litter bearers reached him and started carrying him to cover. The trio was caught in an enemy tank attack and Pfc. Doss, seeing a more critically wounded man nearby, crawled off the litter and directed the bearers to give their first attention to the other man. Awaiting the litter bearers' return, he was again struck, this time suffering a compound fracture of one arm. With magnificent fortitude he bound a rifle stock to his shattered arm as a splint and then crawled 300 yards over rough terrain to the aid station.
Through his outstanding bravery and unflinching determination in the face of desperately dangerous conditions Pfc. Doss saved the lives of many soldiers. His name became a symbol throughout the 77th Infantry Division for outstanding gallantry far above and beyond the call of duty."
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he is buried in the National Cemetery in Chattanooga, tn. My home town. I couldn't be prouder.
My father had tears rolling down his cheeks when he watched the movie. He was a Navy Seal.
Had a friend say they didnt need to make the movie so graphic, but to me it was the only way to show the true horror and the true courage to a newer generation so they can truly appreciate the story.
i would rather they show the truth of war, make it as graphic as needed to show the truth - because if you tone down the depictions of war, there will be more war
but who can watch the horror of war and wish it on anyone, even their worst enemy?
“It is well that war is so terrible, or we would grow too fond of it.” Robert E. Lee
@@RichardFayexactly
Absolutely
Don't forget, this wasn't his first action in WW2.
He was already well decorated before this battle came about.
Also, his Story is so incredible that they actually toned it down figuring nobody would believe what this astonishing man did....
To see him and hear him speak at the end is truly a gift for us and opens up the tears yet again..
Don't fight the tears, this movie earns them.
Now, THAT'S well said!!!
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Thomas Doss was a WW1 vet who fought at the battle of Belleau Wood. He suffered greatly from PTSD This was a 26 day long battle. That was the USMC first major battle in WW1. It was trench warfare. This ment constant shelling from enemy artillery and almost daily hand to hand combat. In this battle both the French and British retreated leaving the Americans standing alone against the Greman Army. This is where the Gremans gave the Marines their nickname Devil Dogs. Because when asked by the Greman high command why the Germans had not taken the USMC posted. The Greman officer told the High Command. That it was like fighting hell hounds or Devil Dogs. Because they refused to give up ground and fought more fiercely than the Gremans had ever incountered before. At its end of the 26 day long battle there were over 9000 US Marines and soldiers that were either wounded or kill.
Great comment. I really think we need more movies about WWI, it’s underserved in my opinion. I saw 1917 in theater when it was released and it blew us out of the water… first movie in YEARS where the whole room was silent for a minute when it finished, no one moved.
"In peace time sons bury their fathers. In war time fathers bury their sons." That line gets me every time I watch this.
Yep. And his father expressed that. Alcoholic or not, he knew he was not trying to bury his sons.
I learned what an amazing actor Andrew Garfield is with this movie. He brought Desmond’s story straight to our hearts.
Best war story ever told….A real life hero, he did the impossible with the strength of God!!!!!! What a beautiful soul he was and the way he stayed humble afterwards was incredible ❤
He was a Seventh Day Adventist Christian, who put his faith in God first. As you will see many scoffed at him, many were saved because he chose to follow Gods way rather than man's.
How many other SDAs enlisted?
@@LiberPater777I'm sure many. But few with his conviction. They enlisted as C Os.
There's God's true vision for religion and there is the Man's interpretation of it.
Amazing movie. His faith is inspiring
Let the world say what they will, Doss had the protection of GOD! That is all there is to it. His faith was used to show the world what true faith is like!!
This is such a heart wrenching movie! Definitely one of the best war movies ever made!
In some significant ways, this excellent true story of Desmond Doss was toned down to make it more believable. However, there are some things that were changed that you might want to know about. Doss and his unit had actually taken part in two previous Pacific island invasions before they got to Okinawa, and Doss had actually been decorated with the Bronze Star for Valor twice in the second battle, so Desmond was already a well respected member of the unit before Hacksaw Ridge. You can understand why they decided to compress the story entirely to the Okinawa campaign to keep the story easier to understand. Some of the other changes they made are also understandable, such as they amped up the drama of the trial a lot, and the situation where he leaves his wife at the altar while he sits in a cell is not quite the way that happened.
The website History vs Hollywood article on this movie is pretty good, and covers most the of the stuff that they changed or were mistaken about.👍
Bro no offense but do you enjoy always copy and paste the same comment every single time and do you always has this information saved or bookmarked on you phone just waiting to use it
@@geraldthegoose1685 No offense taken...I am trying to spread information around, so I do copy and paste some of my comments...I just go back to another time I used the comment on an older video and copy it from there.
I wanted folks who watch this to know a couple of things that were changed from the real story, and in the case of Hacksaw, it is notable that some details were toned down instead of exaggerated...but that some things were also exaggerated in ways that are similar to other movies.
But in this case, I also wanted to make sure as many people as possible know about the History vs Hollywood site. 😎
@@iKvetch558 fair enough man I was low-key becoming convinced you were a bot since I've seen you in every reaction
movies are never accurate, if you want that, you have to read the book and hope it's not propoganda - but a good story is a good story :P
Hello. I am now 75, and was a Navy Corpsman / Marine Medic stationed in S.E. Asia in 71 - 73. Vietnam was a rough time, but I am so proud of the time served along with other medics. I very much enjoyed your reaction to this period in history. It is a shame that this is rarely mentioned in our history courses. Continued blessings to you both.
The battle scenes were so realistic that it feels like you’re there with them. And, his faith & steadfastness to what he believes was beautiful.
I'm so glad you caught the fact that when he said he couldn't hear God, someone cried for help and he responded "All right." Most people miss that.
This is the best war related movies ever made. The fact that it was true and ended with interviews with the people who were actually there makes it so much more impactful. I cant watch this movie without tearing up.
Desmond Doss was a hero. And this movie almost does justice, can only imagine how it really was. I was a combat medic. It was tough man...
i bet it was more than "tough" - thank you for your service, Steven.
8404 myself. Respect! 🫡
For some reason, when he speaks at the end, as soon as he does, I bust out crying. Movies are one thing, but when the real deal happens, it's another thing.
That beating in the barracks is called a Blanket party .
Learn that in Navy Boot camp 1968
Private Pyle got one in full metal jacket
Watching this movie is like spending 2 hours with one of the sweetest souls that has ever lived. What an inspiration this guy was.
Nominated for 6 Oscars including Best Picture but won for Best Sound Editing and Best Film Editing.
What a travesty that it didn't win Best Picture and Hugo Weaving didn't get recognition with the Best Supporting Actor award for his portrayal as the father.
@@unimatrix0169 Absolutely agree...should have won Best Picture 2017...
Can't even imagine what won best picture instead of this.
@@SamJackson-xu1py Moonlight won instead for that year. Can't say it was undeserved, that one is powerful as well, but I have no idea how I would be able to choose between Moonlight and Hacksaw Ridge- feels like an impossible decision.
I feel blessed to have been able to meet this man, shake his hand, and thank him for his service.
I was a valet at a stop on the MOH tour, in 2000.
I had spent two days reading about those guys.
All very great men.
Its sad knowing that most, if not all of the ones I met are gone now.
Wow! That is really special having been able to meet such a hero. What a blessing.
This movie makes you wanna be a better person
I never read the Captain America comics, growing up. Then I saw Chris Evan’s portrayal of him.
I thought, wow, imagine someone so unselfish with nothing in them but the passionate belief of doing right. I was an instant fan. Then I saw Hacksaw Ridge. There are no words.
Desmond Doss should have a statue of prominence on The National Mall.
I found this movie on a fluke one night and when I tell you I cried like a baby seeing the real Desmond Doss at the end of the movie. Man! I had no idea it was a real person. I ended up doing a deep dive on him. He was truly an amazing man.
This movie is mindblowing. Especially, when the story is even watered down a little. The full, true story is almost unbelievable.
It's probably just part of the film's dramatization, but one of my favorite details in the movie is that Desmond says throughout the film that he won't touch a rifle. When he tells Smitty the full story in the fox hole, we finally understand the full gravity of the vow he made. But then, he doesn't hesitate one second to use a rifle to create the stretcher for Howell. He seems irrationally stuck on the letter of his vow to everyone else, even Dorothy, but we see then that even though he refused to train with a weapon, his heart really is in the spirit of the vow--he has no qualms about touching a rifle as long as it's to save someone's life.
Exactly. He used it to give life back while everyone was taking them. Just like he said.
Such a great movie about an incredible man. I love my Marvel movies but this man was a real life superhero.
When u know the ENTIRE story he is even more incredible. Its amazing what belief can do. Read or listen to his autobiography u truly will not regret it at all.
@micheletrainor1601 I did look him up. Sick most of the time there and even hurt he was telling others how to help other wounded soldiers. A great man.
@@mwooldridge9155 read or listen to the book as its so unbelievable that one human being did what he did it's just like reading miracles it's INCREDIBLE. Google will tell u only so much but if their is one autobiography to start off with it's his as virtually nobody else can touch him unless you go to religious texts for examples it's so incredible. Totally mind blowing like a literal super hero. He had tuberculosis and lost a lung to it he didn't know he had it ( literally u can't breath and cough up blood) he was diagnosed while recovering in the V.A hospital. Sooooo much more than even that tho truly blows your mind what faith can do. Nothing could stop him not even getting shot as he climbed off the stretcher telling them to get another soldier on while he braced his arm with a rifle and still saved men again. Like I said mindowing.
and to have such a talented actor from the marvel universe play him in the movie tops it off! 🤗🤗
Asia and BJ so glad to see you back, your reaction to this video was original and thank you for watching. My dad was in ww2. I had the chance to meet Mr. Doss before he passed. I too was a combat medic in Vietnam and can relate to his faith. However, I always carried a weapon so that I could save the guys with me.
Mel Gibson is an amazing actor and director! He directed this film and you both will love it!
Love and prayers to all who served in the armed forces and to those no longer with us. God Bless and thank you for your service from whatever country you served.
Please also check out Kelly’s Hero’s. It’s an amazing war movie! My dad’s favorite!!
God Bless to you both from my mom and I in So. Cal USA 🇺🇸 🥰🥰
It truly was the Greatest generation.
I worked with Desmond's great grandson. After seeing the movie I asked him about it because he had the same last name. Ironic that he knew about him being in WW2, but that was all. I encouraged him to watch the movie. He later told me that he watched it with his dad.
If you look up an old show from the 50's called " This is your life" you an see the real Desmond Doss and all the guys he saved.
Finally yall watched this amazing film❤
If you ever get the chance, I believe the surprise television program from the 1950s “this Is your life” had one episode dedicated to him where they surprise the guest with friends and family from their past. To hear some of the people who he saved and hear him such as humble, simple gentleman always brings me to tears!
We still have people like him, just a lot of folks don’t know them .
"Lord please just let me get one more" that sentence broke me. If I could request a great movie? I would request the "Great Outdoors" with John Candy. Love you get. ❤❤❤
The double bowline is a real knot, not a mistake. Doss learned to tie it and used it while he was growing up on the farm.
Desmond Doss and his wife Dorothy are buried at Chattanooga National Cemetery. The first recipients of the Medal of Honor are also buried there.
Its the full bowline knot the single loop is a half bowline he actually tied the correct knot and they didn't it's pretty funny. I use both every day for work
My favorite thing that was left out because nobody would believe it happened after he was wounded and before he was lowered down. He waited 5 hours for a stretcher and when he finally was carried off he saw someone hurt worse than he was and crawled off the stretcher so that the other man could be taken first. While he was waiting he was hit in the arm and made a splint out of a rifle stock. He had already been awarded 5 other medals and I’ll bet one or two of those stories are almost as good as this one.
I was in the Army Infantry back in the 70's our medic didn't carry a weapon, it was because of the Geneva convention that recognized medics as non-combatants. However, though the Geneva convention said that medics weren't supposed to be killed because they were non-combatants, they were often a favorite target of the enemy.
I had the great honor to visit Desmond’s final resting place at the Chattanooga National Cemetery last year. His is a story of unswerving conviction and determination to accomplish the seemingly impossible is an inspiration to all of us.
Mel Gibson was the director of this incredible movie. Y’all must watch “We Were Soldiers” starring Mel Gibson and Sam Elliott. It is a true story of the events in the Ia Drang Valley during the Vietnam War in 1965.
“Gardens of Stone” starring James Caan, James Earl Jones, Angelica Huston, and D.B. Sweeney is another outstanding movie set during the Vietnam War. Please put these movie on your “must see” list. You WON’T be disappointed!
I am so excited for this one. What an amazing story. The power of The Lord is so real, the strength and courage he bring to us in our hardest moments is undeniable! ❤
Excellent movie about an amazing man. This does not follow his life exactly, but all he did during the war was even more than what was depicted, it was toned down for the movie to keep it believable.
I love this movie I'm so glad you guys watched it. I watched this one for the first time several months back and I cried for sure. Desmond is the example of selfless service. Such an amazing man of God. We should all strive to be more like him.
That movie had me crying like a baby
I highly recommend watching The Last Full Measure. The movie focuses on William H. Pitsenbarger, a U.S. Air Force Pararescueman (commonly known today as PJ's) who personally saved over 60 men during the Vietnam War, sacrificing his life in the process. It also showcases the 35 year struggle to have him be awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions. A retired PJ told me that Pitsenbarger is the example drilled into them during their selection course and training.
What always amazes me is we could barely tolerate the fighting for 2 hours, but in real life it took 10 days to take Hacksaw and about 10 weeks to take Okinawa.
This movie makes me choke up. Every time. Especially near the beginning when he tells his Mum about the nurse he met "I'm gonna marry her."
In truth he actually stood on the ridge for a long time lowering men faster before he went to the other approach of laying down. As he stood there bullets shot at him but they couldn't hit him. He just kept praying and some of the Japanese reported that when they shot at him their rifles misfired.
Great reaction guys. I watched this one in the cinema and when it got to the end and all the old war heroes began talking, the tears started rolling down my face. A remarkable story.
One of the most inspirational movies - and true stories - of all time. I cry every time I see this. And did again just watching you react to it! What an amazing man Desmond was. So humble, brave, steadfast, and pure of heart. His single-minded focus on saving lives and serving God… beyond words. A role model for all of to look up to and to try - even if in small wats - to try our best to emulate. I am in awe of this man.
My grandfather fought in the pacific. Along with his older brother. Survived Okinawa. He every now and then talked of his experience. He said once when they would transport them to the frontline he would fall asleep because his logic was that if they got motor shelled in transit he wouldn’t feel it. Spoke that men would be crying. He’d say war makes devils of all men.
I think that was the 96th regiment. And out of 200 men 32 came back. Fine soldier, courage and humility.
149,425 Civilian Dead or Missing
12,520 US Military Dead or Missing.
90,000 est. Japanese Dead or Missing.
Out of almost 150,000 men the US had a 35% casualty rate. It was brutal.
I know my stepfather was part of the Okinawan Campaign. That was the only thing I recall him ever mentioned about his time. It wasn't until he died I learned he had received the Distinguished Service Cross.
Desmond was with the 77th infantry division. They relieved the 96th infantry division at Hacksaw Ridge. My father was in the 96th infantry division on Okinawa.
My Dad was in Okinawa in 1945, Army Aviation Engineer Battalion. After Japan surrendered, he boxed Golden Gloves before coming home to Kentucky. I did not learn that until the day he was buried, when his brother told me. Those guys didn't talk about the War much. Great movie and story; glad you liked it. Check out "Platoon" when you get a chance. Peace and Love.
My dad was at Okinawa too, 4th division Marines.he didn’t talk much about it either. He had nightmares forever.
My grandfather was in WWII as well, but he was in europe. He never talked about it either. he would talk about how he was a bugler, the one that played taps every morning, talk about the machines, tanks, planes, etc, but never what he did or saw. we only learned after he died he had been all over europe, had gotten the rank of gunnery sergeant 3rd class, had seen alot of combat.
@EdPawley
Sounds like your dad was a fine man & a good soldier. They call them The Greatest Generation & I understand why.
Much love from a fellow Kentuckian.
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Thank you. @@deborahcornell171
You guys are awesome! Love your reactions and take. Too many people talk wayyy too much or try to add unnecessary commentary. You guys are balanced and actually enjoy the films. Kudos to you, cheers. Can’t wait for your next reaction
If there was a title above hero, he would be it!! "In case nobody told you, I love you" is all I wait to hear at the end of every video!!! "Peace and Blessings" from BJ too!! Aloha from Hawaii Y'all!!!
I saw this in the theater… it rocked me to my core. It gave me new perspective on what my Grandpa went through in the war…
That’s why I don’t like it when people ask if vets have a “good war stories”. They usually want to hear about the things they’d rather not talk about. Some can be good. Like acts of kindness and things like that. But if they want to tell, they’ll tell. Don’t ask.
Omg yes!!!! Best war movie ever hands down xo
Private Doss was the embodiment of the usually forgotten truth of just how much strength it takes so be gentle.
I think this is the best war movie. Desmond Doss was a true hero. I cry every time I see this movie.
Thank God my fav movies reactor reacting to this really good movie
Fantastic film and a great reaction. You both have an eclectic range of emotions which really makes the viewer connect with you. Humour, fear and most importantly you pay full attention to what’s going on.
Great reaction.
This one hits home a bit different,
Major Nathan Jones. Medical Officer, British army.
Looks like Asia's probably ready for another Rom-Com for a break. LOL Yeah. That was an emotional ride. WWII (and any war really) required heroic actions that the rest of us can't even comprehend.
I saw this movie a couple times , even watching this reaction still brought up the emotions just knowing that this battle really happened and the Man really accomplished what he did. I hope there are more people like him these days, To God be the Glory for the strength he gives to a few.
Andrew Garfield is brilliant in this.. great film
Desmond's determination to serve was no exaggeration. Desmond had a defense industry job at Newport News Shipyard in Virginia, so he had a draft deferment.
The truth is that this kind of courage and heroism is rare for sure.. RIP hero
The scene near the end, about the Bible... Is even more incredible than the short amount of time they were able to spend on it. By official accounts, defying orders, not one man serving with Doss that day in his platoon would leave the ridge until it was found. If I remember correctly it took upwards of 16 hours to find it. They had that much respect for him!
Desmond Doss is literally a real life Captain America. A lot of what he did had to be toned down for the movie lol.
Indwelt by The Holy Spirit, this man. Because of his adoration of The Lord, his humility, his repentance, convicted by The Holy Spirit, his pureness of heart, his love for his brother(s).......He did everything the Lord asked of him, through FAITH, operating in The Spirit, and not in accord to the flesh as this world demands. He did as Christ does! Lay down your life for another ~ there is no greater love. This movie and true story is just beautiful! God Bless you 2 for reacting to it.
Wow. Today is the day of the Lord, apparently. Just went to see Toby Mac live in concert and now I see you two are reacting to Desomnd Doss's story. Can't wait to watch.
Desmond was a True Hero with incredible conviction in his faith.
Ill never forget saying goodbye to my girl after high school and getting on that bus to Paris Island. That boy is gone forever.
I don’t know if you have seen this film yet, but, another great film to watch that will bring many tears to your eyes is a little movie known as “Schindler’s List”.
It will definitely break your heart.
If anyone deserved to see the pearly gates, it was Desmond Doss. His conviction to his faith, and his will to save lives instead of taking them make him certified hero and legend and hero. I could only dream of being half the man he was. God bless him 🙏
One of the best war movies ever, if not the best. Another good war movie based on a true story is "We Were Soldiers" starring Mel Gibson (who also brilliantly directed Hacksaw Ridge).
Greatest War Movie Ever Made
The real story is so incredible they didn't put it on film because no one would believe it. As he was being carried away wounded at the end, he got of the cot and made the medics take another wounded man, he got shot twice more before he made it back to safety, He was partially disabled after that. ANd he never asked for anything.
Look for the video of him on "This is your life" a tv game show where he is reunited with some soldiers. They gave him some farmland as a gift and a tractor, because that was his dream, just to be able to support his family.
That, and how he was often sick because of his vegetarian diet, so he wasn’t eating well, either.
What this movie captures that most movies don't : It takes courage to pick up a combat rifle, sword, knife, etc. with prior knowledge that your craft with it will be utilized to take lives. Just because the enemy is a man doesn't mean he wasn't once, or is no longer a boy. It doesn't mean that he doesn't have a family praying for his safe return. I also had my Basic Training at Fort Jackson in 2014. I specifically remember the feeling when I'd gotten my training rifle, a real M-16.. after so many years of seeing it on screen. It felt incredibly deadly in my hands. I stood, shocked at the Specialist who'd given me it like he was out of his mind because it wasn't just me who was having this moment of profound experience, I'm sure. There's so many emotions I got from it in just that moment in life. And then some time after we got our weapons, our very religious Drill Sergeant (he still cussed on shift) marched us off elsewhere and I swore he sounded just a little bit different than all the times before.
There are many movies now that could also be considered motivational in nature. Wintalkers- starring Nicholas Cage, Indianapolis - Ship of Doom also starring Nicolas Cage, The Great Escaoe, and U-571 . All are based on world war two events, and have several great actors in them. Loved watching you two take the time to get invested in such a great piece of film.
Thank you so much for reacting to this amazing film. It's such a great example of a godly man, who was filled with so much integrity, bravery, honor and perseverance. It's an incredible story that people need to see. 2 more true stories brought to film are "Shackleton's Captain" and "Cinderella Man." With so much craziness going on in the world right now, I think it is good and encouraging for people to see true stories of everyday people doing amazing things. Be well and God bless.
In order to look historically accurate, they had to cut the craziest feats he did because they are just so incredible
UGH BOUT TIME!!!! Im so happy yall reacted to this. Yall are fav reactors right now, and having just watched this movie again in a long time, i thought to myself how much i wished yall would watch it to. Im literally about to watch your reaction again just because it was so good and intense and i love yall. RUN IT BACK
The best part about this movie is that it didn't showed Japanese as weak or scared like usually in war movies as they have to show the enemy not as brave as the heroes but this movie depicted the reality of Okinawa as correct as possible.
You two did a wonderful job, I loved your reactions. What a man Desmond Doss was. With all the nonsense going on in the world today, his true to life story and all the bravery of the "Greatest Generation" makes me proud. Rest in Paradise Mr. Doss.
I read that four 10-foot cargo nets, procured from the Navy, were used to climb upHacksaw Ridge. There is a picture of Doss standing on top of the escarpment looking down the net.
War is Hell.
The saddest part is when Smitty died. He was a jerk at the beginning but then you find out he was dropped off at an orphanage you felt bad for him.
The Prayer of the Medic: "Please, let me save one more, just one more..."
When Doss finally came down from Hacksaw that day, he wasn't a soldier or a medic to those men, but a literal guardian angel.
A detail I always liked about this film is in the end, he even brought Smitty's body back (the counterweight he jumped down with). While it was, in the moment, what Doss needed to do in order to survive; it's also part of the creed in the Army "I will never abandon a fallen comrade". If your battle buddy goes down, you get him back on point if he's still alive. If he's not alive, you bring his body back and you absolutely motherfucking make sure his body is properly wrapped up when you do.
I gotta say I was really happy you guys saw the movie. I don’t think you guy took breaths during the battle scenes!! It’s insane that this was a true story. Mel Gibson knows how to make movies!!! I like that you guys don’t shy away from the religious parts of the movie, most reactions talk about his bravery. BJ your eyes were watery through the action and Asia you held your breath for so long I was worried you faint lol!!
Hey, guys! I’m a long time follower of your reactions and love the job that you do! I’ve read that Desmond had actually brought over 100 men down Hacksaw, and that they spent 8+ hours trying to find his Bible! The reason that they only said 75 men in the movie was that they were concerned that people would have had a hard time believing that!
I'm glad you got to see this. I started watching about a week ago. I've watched like 10 shows already. Being a movie nut. Watching your enjoyment is awesome. ✌️❤️🙏
Do some additional research on Desmond Doss. The story is much more than what the movie shows. The video clip of Doss on the television show "This is Your Life" was real and Doss was noticeably embarrassed. He didn't want any notoriety for his service but didn't want to be rude when they surprised him with the show. It took years before people met his minimum standards to make the movie you just watched. He was more than a nation's hero; He was the epitome of a humble man.
Officially, the number of soldiers he saved was 75 in his citation. The actual number was estimated to be around 112
This is considered to be one of the most realistic war movies of all time even though it’s inspired by a true story
There was also stories from the enemy side like one specifically, he said he Desmond in his sites, and everytime he tried taking a shot at him, his gun would keep jamming up. Just watch the documentary the conciousness objector it has so many incredible stories about Desmond saving people.
Desmond also saved the lives of the enemies too because of his faith.
He gave credit to God till the day he died. He did what he believed was God's destiny for him and God protected him. ❤