Amazing!!!! First time watching Hacksaw Ridge movie reaction

[@BaddMedicine]

Desmond Doss showcasing immense courage and unwavering determination. His story is a testament to the power of the human heart. What was your reaction? What did we miss? Early Drops & Full Reactions on YT Memberships & Patreon: www.patreon.com/baddmedicine Backup channel Subscribe here kzbin.info/door/1CLUwA27dz-94o3FR0o3xg

[@user-bd2jg6wl6y]

Can you do terrifier 2 reaction.

[@DarthKilaj85]

His dad was given the respect but also for the PTSD not just from being in WW1 but the worst battle of the entire war for the US.

[@lion6460]

You guys ABSOLUTELY have to watch "Flags of Our Fathers" and "Letters From Iwo Jima". Both directed by the great Clint Eastwood. The same story told from both sides. One is told from the point of the American servicemen (Flags) and the other told from the point of view from the Japanese servicemen (Letters). Two of the best WWII movies ever made. I'm begging you guys, you HAVE to do a reaction video for both movies. You will not regret watching these magnificent films.

[@Deathbird_Mitch]

There is a book I read titled "On Killing" that is a study on "PTSD" in all its names and incarnations throughout history, how it affected soldiers, and how militaries have tried to mitigate it.

[@davidhill500]

GDAY F3LLAS From AUSTRALIA….CAN YOU IMAGINE A 7 YEAR OLD BOY HAVING HIS DAD JUST RETURNED FROM WAR..AND NOT ABLE TO UNDERSTAND WHY HIS DAD IS ALL THE TIME..SAD, SULLEN,ANGRY AND VIOLENT ..AND SCREAMS IN HIS SLEEP….BUT HIS DAD CANT .EXPLAIN TO THE 7 YEAR OLD…..THE ABSOLUTE HORROR…OF ..HACKSAW RIDGE..and HIS PART IN IT..

[@Tigerlilygurl1]

The fact the creators of the movie actually TONED DOWN Doss's feats still blows my mind. The army's number showed Doss saved close to 150 people. Doss humbly disagreed stating it couldn't have been more than 50. They decided to compromise on the number of 75 saved. Just at Okinawa. He actually served a lot longer than that, all without carrying a gun, while starving due to being a vegetarian. He was eventually discharged because his legs got shredded. He contracted TB while in recovery as well. At least two japanese soldiers experienced weapon malfunction while attempting to kill Doss. Everytime they would aim at him and pull the trigger the gun would jam. Aimed somewhere else and fired, gun worked, aimed back at Doss, weapon jammed. Then all the reports of men refusing to go in to the field without Doss praying for them. One time, two squads, one consisting of Doss went out. The squad without Doss, not a single man returned. When Doss's squad returned, they asked how many they lost. They couldn't believe it when 0 casualties were reported from Doss's squad. Near the end when he was officially removed from active combat, in his final battle, his legs were so shredded he could no longer walk, and he ended up with a broken arm. He splinted his arm with a broken rifle barrel he found. And while crawling, he continued to treat injured soldiers. He consistently surrendered his own stretcher for other wounded men. Including one time they were carrying him off the field and he demanded the medics stop and take another soldier first. At one point, he lost his bible in the field and was heartbroken. The men in his squad went straight back to an active warzone and searched for hours to find his bible. Go watch the Conscientious Objector documentary on YT. If you are interested in Doss it is the best source of info.

[@Knight-Bishop]

I might be mixing up different battles, but wasn't the last one, where he was crawling back, also while evading an armored column? Like he literally crawled with one intact limb, still treating people... While they were all essentially being hunted by tank crews? But the terrain was on their side and they managed to get to safety anyway..? 😅

[@Tigerlilygurl1]

@@Knight-Bishop I can't remember the specific details but yeah, the man was a beast.

[@fettel1988]

You know it's a story of legends when HOLLYWOOD tones it down to be believed.

[@specterMV]

Holyyyyy that's insane thanks for the info!

[@specterMV]

​@@fettel1988wonder why they did tone it down.. weird

[@V0ltron]

One of the greatest true stories ever told. Desmond Doss was a man of conviction and sheer will. He was basically our Captain America.

[@JHolland]

“Fury” is a Great War story movie too - has our boy John bernthal and Brad Pitt too . Amazing heartbreaking movie . Although it’s not a true story parts of what happened are obviously true and some of the characters are too

[@Dohnutninja1337]

They actually cut stuff from the movie that he actually did because they felt it’d be too hard to believe

[@drewpaupanekis4710]

So I guess Anne frank diary isn’t true enough for you.

[@drewpaupanekis4710]

@@JHollandnope, fury is garbage and filled with nothing but fiction.

[@TimedRevolver]

@@drewpaupanekis4710 They said one of, as in not the only one, you fucking jackass.

[@lauraneely6270]

When Doss kept praying, "Please, Lord, help me get one more." I bawl every time!

[@gualacheesesteak]

Same

[@SurajSharma-f4f]

same

[@cloudsteele1989]

@@PROVOCATEURSK You realize that these people after going to war with the intention to murder people, are not going to heaven. Being saved would give them time to repent to God and be forgiven. I'm not even a practicing Catholic and even I can recognize that... WTF is wrong with you?

[@thanossnap4170]

Really? That's your comment? Could you explain in more detail? @@PROVOCATEURSK

[@XxXDestroyer]

Same, such an incredible person.

[@MaggieAAdams]

Desmond Doss is a true testament of the good in people. He saved over 100 people from both sides.

[@moeball740]

The "Behind the Scenes" stuff I've read about the film indicated that Doss himself estimated that he saved 50 men. His CO, on the other hand, said that Desmond was just being modest and it was more likely 100 men. The studio just split the difference to come up with the figure of 75 they used in the movie. This is also a rare case where Hollywood didn't go over the top exaggerating someone's heroic feats for cinematic effect. If anything, they actually underrated Desmond's accomplishments. Oh, and yes, the Japanese confirmed reports by their own soldiers that Doss administered medical aid to some of them as well. This guy was unbelievable with all that he did!

[@MaggieAAdams]

@@moeball740 oh yeah, it was amazing. I'm a huge military history buff and his story is one of my favorites.

[@moeball740]

@@MaggieAAdams I can't believe it took until more than 70 years after it happened to get this story told. I'm glad they had video footage of interviews with Doss and his platoon mates at the end of the film that truly gets home the message that this really happened!

[@MaggieAAdams]

@@moeball740 Amen!

[@johnmonk66]

Both sides? Actually every Japanese man he saved was immediately executed by the soldiers below, none of them survived. It was a terrible time

[@BigSeth1090]

One brilliant touch I have to acknowledge: when his commander asked him to go back up on his Sabbath. That’s a captain addressing a private. Military protocol says the private ought to be at attention when his commander speaks to him. But rather than use any authority, his captain crouches down to his level to ask him if he would be willing. That gesture alone, that show of respect, is absolutely huge.

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

Hey, you stopped 100 people from getting their eternal reward in heaven, mad respect.

[@Themrine2013]

because at that point the commander knew Doss deserved the medal of honor.

[@SapperSapperSapper]

@@PROVOCATEURSK are you always this pissy? Who hurt you?

[@crazyman7671]

​@Themrine2013 yep. And also what some military command personnel have lost sight of is that if you extend respect to your troops (even sometimes not enforcing the protocol for communication with Superiors. Not all the time, just SOME times), they will return it 10 fold. I had a Major who asked me if I could build a web page for him, and I told him I could. He didn't address me as A1C(at the time), he addressed me as me. Earned my respect for good.

[@ThePositive0ne1]

@@SapperSapperSapper I don't think he is mad bro.

[@sawyerz007]

Something that tragically isn't mentioned in the movie is that he was also a vegetarian as part of his religious beliefs. Much of the army's rations consisted of potted meat and such. So through his service he mainly survived on a diet of crackers, bread, jams, butters, and dried fruit that he would trade his meat for. By his own admission he was often very hungry, weak, and demoralized.

[@V0ltron]

It is mentioned in the movie. Desmond literally tells Smitty "I don't eat meat," while in the dfp.

[@markaitcheson3212]

It is mentioned🤷‍♂️

[@John_Locke_108]

Can you imagine how much powerful he would have been if he did eat meat? The bombs wouldn't have been necessary to end the war.

[@JHolland]

⁠@@markaitcheson3212it’s mentioned but it wasn’t even a thought that that means he wasn’t really eating anything to get him ready for the fight ;( what a man

[@markaitcheson3212]

@@JHolland No way to know if anybody thought that or not? Loads of people might have thought that for all we know.

[@RLKmedic0315]

I've been a paramedic for 27 years. 4 years as a private contractor in Iraq and Afghanistan. Desmond Doss is my personal hero. A truly great man and an outstanding battlefield medic.

[@ct6852]

Props to Mel Gibson for this one. He's a great filmmaker and actor. And Desmond Doss has got to be one of the most inspirational human beings ever portrayed on screen. The fact that he chose him as a subject is seriously inspiring. I know Gibson has had some struggles and said some things that he probably shouldn't have, but I hope he's doing well.

[@MeganHinkle07]

There’s a Japanese soldier that had said he had Doss in his scope 3 times but the gun had jammed each time he went to fire.

[@elwsee1]

Never heard about that, Thank You

[@deafgwipps]

See I’m not religious but this along whit desomond being a very religious man makes me think if a high power was really watching over him. His mission was a s pure as a human can be . I truly wonder cause there isn’t no way he should of lived

[@sonnyrockwel1266]

Desmond Doss was truly protected by angels 😇 A Japanese sniper that survived the battle of Okinawa testified that everytime he seen Doss his bolt action rifle would jam when he tried to shoot him. Bolt action rifles are usually very reliable. I believe that the Almighty Father had his hand stretched out against the enemy Japanese soldiers.

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

God was protecting a good person from entering heaven? How devilish.

[@Narrhans]

@@PROVOCATEURSK but if he died he couldn't have saved all those men. Also people are allowed to believe in god in fact most people do. Please be hopeless by yourself and don't drag others with you.

[@MEFelicia]

​@@NarrhansPlease don't confuse intelligence with hopelessness...I'm sure the Japanese believed their "god" was on their side too...

[@Narrhans]

@@MEFelicia I don't conflate intelligence with hopelessness but he does conflate belief with stupidity. Thats why he is hopeless because he doesn't believe in the giver of hope (GOD) or an afterlife and seeing how we all will die at some point, he has no hope for a future IE Hopeless.

[@jdsguam]

What the Japanese did during the war out here in the Pacific was beyond sick & evil.

[@PhilandSofia]

I keep thinking, the second time they went back up, Desmond did more than help the wounded; he gave them morale, faith and confidence because they knew they had an angel by their side.

[@bcn1gh7h4wk]

he just graduated from Cleric to Paladin.

[@PhilandSofia]

@@bcn1gh7h4wk I like that 😯

[@JeshuaSquirrel]

One of the things I love about this film is it doesnt romanticize the violence of war but lets the audience see it as it chaos it is.

[@chrissynovful]

I watched Hacksaw Ridge, Pearl Harbour and American Sniper back to back to back. The ugly crying and mourning these men I never knew…It stayed with me weeks later. The courage and strength of soldiers past and present I can’t comprehend. Nothing but respect and gratitude

[@eatsmylifeYT]

I watched Amazing Spider Man 1 and 2 back to back.

[@PUNKinDRUBLIC72]

Pearl Harbour wasn't good, you'd be better off watching Tora Tora Tora.It's from 1970!

[@Deathbird_Mitch]

There is a book titled "On Killing" about "PTSD" throughout history.

[@chrissynovful]

@@Deathbird_MitchThat would be worth reading. Thanks for the info

[@chrissynovful]

@@PUNKinDRUBLIC72I’m going to look into that. Thank you

[@acetrainer44]

The fact that they had to downplay what Doss did for the movie because people would think it was made up tells you just what kind of man he truly was. The soldiers thought he actually saved upwards of 100 men at Okinawa, but Doss said he only saved about 50, so they compromised at 75.

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

Saved from heaven? Isn´t that the opposite of what christians should do?

[@Zarjafy]

​@@PROVOCATEURSKRight? The true Christian thing to do is go on Crusades and slaughter thousands in the name of God.

[@Owldusty20]

@@PROVOCATEURSKCan you shut up

[@diogosabino2545]

Fun Fact: the numbers and facts were even more incredible but they didnt show it all because they thought it would be almost too unreal to believe! 😅

[@Zedd0z]

This fact is starting to become the "You know Aragorn actually broke his toe in that scene", i see it everywhere haha

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

He looks like a satanist. A real christian would help suffering people to go to heaven, not the opposite.

[@SirBroadcast]

From what I remember of his story, is that at one point he was injured and being pulled out on a stretcher, he saw a guy injured along the way and made the guys take him instead, the stretcher guys never come back, Doss then proceeds to crawl around with an injured leg all the while helping others in the process, he ends up using a couple of guns to make a leg brace for himself. And thats all I can remember.

[@dayewest403]

It’s a shame his story isn’t in our history books! He save 150 people at Hacksaw and was in 2 other battles…

[@hellojilly]

Desmond Doss is a legend. A real life superhero! Andrew Garfield played the role perfectly.

[@vincentpuccio3689]

There are several documentaries about this man. You’d be surprised to see how much they had a cut out of the movie because nobody would believe his true exploits. Two bronze stars Purple Heart Medellin of Honor! And the net they climb…guess who climb the cliff to hang it

[@jeaneb]

i agree that this should be more well-known, especially the soldier. i've never heard of doss before this movie and he should be more talked about. this movie is so great in showing the brutality and heart of the event. the line, "one more," always gets me. 😢

[@PROVOCATEURSK]

Sounds greedy. Prevent one more from eternal reward in heaven, so vile.

[@cloudsteele1989]

@@PROVOCATEURSK Again I've said to someone else. Those who go to war happy to kill for their country will not go to heaven. Doss saved them, giving them time to repent to God. I don't even practice my Catholicism, but even I can see this to be the case. WTF is wrong with you fucking morons?

[@Owldusty20]

@@PROVOCATEURSKGo and attack others nobody cares abt u

[@stormy2184]

You can think whatever you want about Mel Gibson, but he sure knows how to direct a movie! Thanks for the reaction guys❤ awesome as always

[@vivacious_me]

This is hands down my fave war movie at the moment. This man's spirit was nothing short of legendary!!! He proves a peaceful man can work wonders ❤

[@mwooldridge9155]

What the movie doesn't tell you is he was sick most of yhe there. He didn't eat the army rations so he lived off whatever fruits he could find. Also while he was being stretcherd off he was telling others how to care for wounded along the way. Great man.

[@sueg3650]

I was raised in the Seventh Day Adventist Church, went to an SDA high school...Desmond Doss is a hero of mine. He was willing to give his all to adhere to his beliefs, and made it possible for others to follow in his footsteps. I regret that time proved that I did not have the staunch fortitude to stick to my beliefs as he did...my life would have gone much better if I had.

[@kristopherbarr6061]

I’m happy you guys dove into your reasoning to not score this movie. Always aware of how other people will feel when watching these movies is vital. I personally would love to see you guys dive into more of these movies because it’s nice to see your reactions and comments to real life events. While I’m sure they do hit home harder than some, I appreciate how emotionally invested you all get. Mel Gibson did a great job depicting a real true story.

[@baskervillebee6097]

First Conscientious Objector to win the Congressional Medal of Honor.

[@jillfromatlanta427]

One does not "win" the CMOH. One is nominated for one and Congress has to vote on it. It is awarded or received....never won

[@miketrujillo3677]

Not just first, THE ONLY.

[@BillColeExperience]

The 75 was a negotiated number. The actual number was way higher but Doss's humility did not want to take credit for it.

[@Knight-Bishop]

Yeah the story is that the army figured 120 with as many as around an estimated 150, but Doss was a mix of so humble and so in and out of it in the battle that he refused to confirm that it could've been much more than 50 or so. So they put him down for 75 with a giant asterisk.

[@laurabogar3956]

Thank you, to all who are watching, who have served and who do serve. To address Appleton Oak's reservations, I think it is a good idea to react to these movies. It is an opportunity to show your viewers stories that matter and to educate them about persons like Desmond Doss. All of you always show such great respect no matter what subject matter the movies deal with, so I don't think you need to worry about watching war movies.

[@mark-be9mq]

100%

[@cloudsteele1989]

I really respected them to not give a rating on this movie. I'd say 10/10 with no remarks other than it's a well made movie.

[@honeynattmor6068]

Scene where Doss help his friend come down the cliff always give me tears. I used to be in the red cross while I was in school. Thinking about what will happen if we have another war like this, youngters would have to enlist in military and experienced something like that.

[@steph7943]

I only found this movie because I searched for more Andrew Garfield films after watching his Spider-Man films. I'm not a gore/super graphic movie person, not much of a war movie person, but this is one of my absolute favorite movies. I adore the fact that Doss didn't discriminate against who he gave treatment too because that's how it's supposed to be in the medical field. You treat people that need treatment, regardless of who they are or what they've done, you try your best even if it seems unlikely they will survive. Such an underrated aspect of the story

[@MaggieAAdams]

God, i cry so every time they bring him down and someone tries to touch him and he is still not sure he's safe. It's so real.... there aren't words for how courageous Desmond was. I knew Hershey Miyamura who was a man like Desmond and a medal of honor recepient like Desmond. Those men are so humble and just.... amazing

[@51tetra69]

God bless Desmond Doss and his family! God bless all the courageous veterans with nerves of steel who risked everything and selflessly sacrificed so much to protect our countries and preserve the freedoms we enjoy today! God bless all the souls - military and civilian - that we have lost in times of war! God bless America! God bless us all and grant us peace!

[@agp11001]

Honestly, the barracks scene might be among my favorite boot camp scenes in movie history. I would've never expected Vaughn to deliver those lines, ever.

[@diogosabino2545]

This movie is BEAUTIFUL!!! A powerful true story of faith, and nothing but kindness. Desmond Doss is the definition of HERO... Mel Gibson's direction is fantastic and Garfield's acting is simply outstanding... Vince Vaughn was a great and welcomed surprise! Love the depiction of his christian faith in the movie, he really is so inspiring!!! When he asks God for help to save one more, over and over I always find myself with a tear in the eye... Great reaction to a great movie!

[@DATo_DATonian]

The third guy said it correctly (45:16). [EDIT] --> My (much) older brother was in Korea when things were at their worst. He told me once, "People can read all the books, listen to all the stories, watch all the movies, but they will never know what combat is like until they've been in it."

[@jaxxallen22]

This movie gives me chills and makes me cry, every time. Such an amazing story of a true hero.. love it so much. So glad y’all reacted to it and loved/appreciated it!

[@kahleykemper2182]

The music in this movie is phenomenal. Brings tears to my eyes every time. Also, the war scenes are just beyond anything I've ever seen in a movie. Another recommendation for a great war movie is 1917

[@sharonjoan1970]

One of the Most Phenomenal Movies Ever Made....Stellar Cast, Stellar Directing, Just Everything ❤ Desmond Doss a True Hero Thanks Guys, as Always you guys are Amazing❤

[@amandam.4841]

I let my (veteran) boyfriend pick movies for a day, and this was the last of 4 "based on a true story" heartbreaking movies he loves that he put me through that day--to be fair, they weren't all war movies, but they all were gut wrenching . He fell asleep about 10 minutes into this one, but I kept watching. He woke up to me sobbing through the credits and was like "whats wrong?!? (I think he forgot what I'd been watching) and I just cried for another 15 minutes because I didn't have words. The first thing I said when I got myself pulled together was "you are NEVER allowed to pick movies like that and then make me watch them alone again, or you will NEVER pick movies again". Pretty sure I sniffled myself to sleep with Harry Potter on for comfort that night.

[@kingcrystal1454]

"You are free to run into the hellfire of battle without a single weapon to protect yourself" Doesn't get put into perspective til everything goes off.

[@AT2035_Microphone]

The craziest part is that they toned down Desmond's actual number of rescued men because they thought the audience wouldn't believe it.

[@elizabethkaela6005]

I really enjoy that they don’t talk over each other, they listen to the others. Great reaction as always!

[@Marta-ro7mg]

You guys have no idea how much I love this movie!! Thank you for making this reaction!! I really appreciate you guys ❤❤

[@JHolland]

Desmond doss the goat but so is Andrew Garfield , I love that guy lol . Amazing actor .

[@thegrayjedi974]

Actually, PTSD was diagnosed in WW1. Back then, it was called Shell Shock. It has gone through many a renaming until it ended up at Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The name was bleached many times to sterilize the meaning behind it. A gross injustice to all the men and women who defended our country and needed help.

[@Ksenia1988-e7z]

I love that movie so much. Even if you didn't know that it was a Mel Gibson movie, you definitely would have guessed it by the end of the movie. The cinematography, the score and the whole vibe of the movie in general just screams Mel. Also, it's the movie that made me appreciate Andrew Garfield as an actor. Also a lot of appreciation and love for the real Desmond. The story souonds so unbelievable.

[@stonecoldku4161]

There is another movie about the most decorated American soldier of WW2 called "To Hell and Back" which is based off the autobiography of the same name. The soldier's name was Audie Murphy. What makes that movie different from all other war movies is that the Murphy plays himself in the movie. I recommend that one as well.

[@furiosa2033]

Every time i hear that line "please Lord help me get one more" I cry 😭

[@kathenavarro6850]

I grew up with the book "The Unlikeliest Hero" on our bookshelves as i was growing up. It was part of my Seventh Day Adventist heritage. We looked up to him so much. He was a legend!!

[@rayvanhorn1534]

You guys showed such respect for this film, Desmond’s story …I’d like to say thank you for that. As an historian I find that true stories are more amazing & superior to fiction. I discovered Doss’ story about 20 years ago (along with Doris Miller, Dan Daly & Maynard Smith). So many unbelievable true accounts from the Second World War & sad so few have made it to the screen. Have a suggestion for another true story for you guys; “Unbroken”-the true story of Louie Zamperini. It’s as good as this film, hope y’all can check it out.

[@Kassh4815]

By far, one of the best movies I have ever seen. I highly recommend going to look at the documentary because this doesn't even highlight all his accomplishments. Even if you don't react to it.

[@zachrichardson8059]

I watched a video from a historian saying how they actually toned down his actual accomplishments because it would seem even more unbelievable and unrealistic to the audience. Desmond was an outstanding person.

[@kristianberg4264]

I cry every time I see this movie and think of the real people and this movie should have swept the Oscars. I do wish you hadn’t edited out so much of the end scenes of the real Doss’s footage and him and his men talking.

[@cayminlast]

Desmond Doss was one of a kind, a true hero. My dad was a WW2 veteran, and when I was conscripted right out of high school (1976) to serve with the SADF in the Agolan Bush War, he was more scared for me than I was for myself, one of the only times I ever saw him cry.

[@stevenwasserman9729]

Perhaps the bravest man who ever lived. A recipient of the Congressional Medal Of Honor, Desmond Doss is an example in humanity, courage, compassion and incredible courage.

[@blujay_1743]

This is one of the movies that I have on a list that I require all my friends and family to watch. I totally agree with you all, it's not only a fantastic movie, it's an amazing story that I think everyone should learn about. I even made Desmond the topic of my "Who inspires you" speech in my highschool public speaking class, and barely made it thru the 3 minute speech without shedding a tear (or several). He was a true living legend.

[@kimy000]

Haven’t started watching the reaction yet but damn y’all’s intros are always the absolute best!!! The amount of excitement going into your reactions is 10/10! Such great vibes 😌

[@Poss1]

Oh, guys! So happy to see ya'll bring this. One of the great, moving, well-told true stories. I'm excited to share it with you. Thanks! Here we go! :)

[@kadyharris8415]

Megan Leavey is a really good military movie. It focuses a lot on her connection to the world around after dealing with everything she had to go through, and there's a cute dog. One of my favorite movies.

[@gabrielarkangelo]

Desmond Doss was a seventh day adventist, a Christian denomination that is highly disregarded by many Christian denominations because of it's unique beliefs, like the nom existence of hell, the mortality of the soul (that the doomed won't be forever in fire, just a little while in the end times based on how much bad deeds one had in life) and that salvation is only on ressurection (you go to heaven in body.. not without It) they also are one of the few churches that teach the 10 commandments. And, as a bonus fact, they also believe in intelligent life in other planets, as of other worlds God made. And the coolest part is that they show of this stuff in the Bible.. they get really deep with the scriptures. I visited for a time their churches and sometimes I study the Bible with adventist theologians and it's just fascinating and different from what you usually get from most religions.

[@sawanna508]

I though all Christian churches are teaching the 10 commandments?

[@chrispeterson1989]

He was actually wounded more severely than shown Mel Gibson thought if the true extent of his bravery and wounds were portrayed that no one would believe it. They actually dialed back his heroism.

[@charlieeckert4321]

The double bowline knot that Desmond Doss used on Hacksaw Ridge was one he learned when he was growing up on the farm.

[@cmdrglass5096]

Great movie and great interaction . I saw the movie when it first came out and I still get a tear to my eyes , it hits home so much of how there are special people that can do amazing things if they really really put their minds to it with strong convictions . As you were saying he was not the biggest or the strongest but he had the strongest conviction !

[@harrythefish4593]

Props to Andrew Garfield. Great acting in this movie.

[@anitasmith7764]

Dorothy is played by Teresa Palmer. She’s in one of my favorite shows, Discovery of Witches. She was also in “I am number Four”, “the sorcerer’s apprentice “ and tons of other movies. Ur missin out if you don’t know her work. Great reaction to an amazing movie guys.

[@Burgerboy]

This is by far my favorite movie of all time. This film surpassed all the expectations I could've had.

[@andreww1225]

My grandfather was in the pacific in ww2. It’s sad most of these men are gone now. The true story of doss and what he did was even better than the movie.

[@mosworlddd]

Not an fan of war movies but this one is one of my favs & I cry everytime

[@chajong00]

Yessss My Amazing Andrew in this compelling movie.... So happy you are reacting to this...❤❤❤❤

[@tobiaspregizer9893]

As a german i think this movie should been shown in schools. This movie shows way more history than every teacher can tell you.

[@thomas_dries]

Watched this with my whole company when I was in AIT at Fort Lee. It's an Absolutely incredible movie!

[@maximillianosaben]

Incredible film from Mel Gibson. Andrew Garfield was fantastic. Hard not to get emotional by the end. (And gotta love Vince Vaughn.) Really hoping Gibson's Lethal Weapon 5 doesn't get delayed too long to the point of not happening. Was originally supposed to start shooting early this year.

[@SharonBendtsen]

My reaction to this story?? Absolutely incredible. I have spent days so far trying to learn as much as possible about Doss. Man oh man people with that level of commitment to their own beliefs are few and far between

[@favanniva]

Mel Gibson never disappoints. One of the greatest war movies of all time. Long have I waited for this reaction, and you never disappoint either. After this you should watch The Pacific (a sibling series to Band of Brothers, shows the other side of the war, also with real heroes, like John Basilone)

[@alypayan]

An amazing story about an amazing man told by amazing actors. Hacksaw Ridge is a MUST WATCH for all!!

[@catarinamartins5481]

This is one of my favorite movies of all time!! SO glad you watched it! 🤙🏻

[@Angivel]

Andrew Garfield is one of The best actors of his generation - how is he not leading more films?

[@donaldfisher749]

Read his biography, this was sped up , he spent time on other islands and was awarded heavily for courage under fire , this movie downplays his achievements or no one would believe it.

[@nips2good4u80]

so glad you guys are getting around to this! Im still in disbelief that Andrew didnt win Best Actor for this role! he was only nominated

[@Srrami10]

You guys get me through the week ! Awesome content 🔥

[@BaddMedicine]

Thank you for watching with us! We got you!

[@cristinabondoc9311]

This is one of the best films I've seen. Thank you so much guys for taking the time to watch and react to it. Glad you liked it. You're incredible. 💜💜💜

[@DanielBeattyDefinition]

i love this movie...not like it's entertainment, but because it's convicting and sobering. I really respect the decision to not score a true story that has this gravity.

[@Sadielady16]

This is absolutely one of my favorite movies. I have watched it so many times. My father was a WWII vet and was on Iwo Jima, Saipan and Tinnian. PTSD for sure, he lost some friends there right before his eyes

[@Rocco1332]

Such an amazing movie about an amazing person. "Letters from Iwo Jima" and "Flags of Our Fathers" is a duology of films that also NEED to be watched. Both are by Clint Eastwood, one follows the Japanese durong the battle for Iwo Jima and one follows the Americans. Saving Private Ryan is a great movie and shows what WWII was like, but it loses points for me because its a fictional story. The same goes for 1917, amazing movie, but fictional story. There are so many personal stories that deserve their own spotlight, so many that have been or will be lost. Look up Roy Benavides, another amazing story. When I was in school my class had a project to produce a TV show. We decided on a talk show, I pushed for it to center around interviewing veterans and getting their stories, the class decided on interviewing artists. Whenever I watch a movie like this, I wonder if there were any stories lost because they chose artists.

[@benkii4905]

I've watched that movie so many times and i love people freaking out watching it for the first time

[@alexbrunner1900]

This is my favorite war movie. Mel Gibson always directs great movies. Garfield and Vaughn were fantastic. I’m really happy they didn’t hold back how gruesome war really is.

[@TheBeardedAtheist]

So obviously I am not religious in any sense of the world but I can get behind a man with convictions and his beliefs and I can get behind someone getting mass respect for saving lives based on that respect. Commendable and an absolute badass.

[@user-of-light]

Did you know that Doss left his stretcher for another soldier and dragged himself to safety it was so unbelievable that the director left it out because he'd believed no one would believe it happened.

[@luissimoes2645]

This remains to this day one of my favourite movies of all time. Mr.Doss is an inspiration to me and I am not even American. Andrew Garfield proves once again that he is one of the best actors of our generation. I would recomend you guys to watch Fury (2014), even though it does not recount real people in the war is still also one of my favourite movies filled with brilliant acting, emotion and a lot of tragedy and heart and I would love to watch your reaction.

[@codingwithguyfranciscopoli9887]

According to Mel Gibson, Doss himself didn't want the movie made until after his death, a major reason his story was unheard of outside of military circles.

[@RosezanneMarcus]

I met Desmond Doss and his wife during a church led youth event. He was a soft-spoken man that God used in a mighty way. It was neat I got his book, asked him to sign it, and gifted it to my brother who served as a combat medic.

[@ZantiDC]

Andrew Garfield is a treasure

[@debbiedugay8574]

I have watched this movie 6 times now. As a vet, it never fails to bring on tears and overwhelming respect.

[@anuragsinghrana1853]

this movie moved me so much god bless man!❤

[@benns9673]

38:07 originally the soldiers took week to find his bible, they looked trough the entire battlefield just to find it, it show you how much his brothers respected him.

[@c-mac9902]

Another great true story directed by Mel Gibson is “We were soldiers. “ It’s about Colonel Howell in Vietnam.

[@annaliu908]

This is such a great movie and makes me cry hard every time. So glad to watch you to watch this movie and also surprised three of you haven't watched it yet.

[@paulmccloud9395]

Mel is one hell of a filmmaker.

[@flipstheking6464]

I feel like the most powerful moment here is when Doss says “I can’t hear you” while he was praying and then all of a sudden dozens of voices call out for a medic