Review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) by Jd T — 05 Jan 2008
The amazing life journey of Ron Kovic. He was actually born on July 4th. This film shows you how someone can go from an idealistic and patriotic youth to a wounded, anti-war activist spokesman. This was a great production by Oliver Stone.
Showing how the U.S. civilians and the soldiers were manipulated by the U.S. government. By now, 2008, Americans should see this pattern more clearly. Innocent men and women sent into combat for reasons that have nothing to do with the true meaning of patriotism.
A great story with an emotional bomb that you don't see coming towards the end. Very important for everyone to see. I should have watched this long ago. I thought it was too heavy but now I see how profound this was.
It was as dramatic as "Platoon" with an even heavier after-effect.
This review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) was written by Jd T on 05 Jan 2008.
Born on the Fourth of July has generally received positive reviews.
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