Review of Johnny Got His Gun (1971) by Krystle C — 22 Feb 2005
Okay, this must be where I can review films. Anyway, my first review will be of Johnny Got His Gun, one of the most depressing films I've ever seen, as well as one of the most beautiful.
The story follows Joe, a WWI soldier who loses his arms, legs, and face from a landmine. Instead of following the story on the battlefield, however, we are faced soley with Joe lying in hospital, remembering his old life and trying to communicate with the outside world. The result is one of the most poignant anti-war films of all time, with the viewers forced to face the destruction caused by war, and what it has done to Joe, both physically and mentally. It is certainly not light viewing, and definitely not recommended for anyone feeling down, but otherwise I advise you take a look, as it is a film not worth missing.
(Heheh wow, my first ever movie review!! Yay!! =^-^= ).
This review of Johnny Got His Gun (1971) was written by Krystle C on 22 Feb 2005.
Johnny Got His Gun has generally received very positive reviews.
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