# Hacksaw Ridge (2016)

> A devout conscientious objector defies military expectations to rescue wounded soldiers from the inferno of Okinawa without ever carrying a weapon.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/204936

## Facts

- Runtime: 139 min
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Director: Mel Gibson
- Cast: Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Vince Vaughn, Teresa Palmer, Luke Bracey, Hugo Weaving, Rachel Griffiths, Ryan Corr
- TMDB rating: 8.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2119532/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: extreme
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: graphic
- Mood: inspirational, harrowing, earnest, historical drama night, war film marathon

## Synopsis

A soldier's unwavering faith and courage shine amidst the chaos of war.

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