The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

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The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

2017

1h 10m

8.3(28 votes)

Documentary

Overview

A comprehensive documentary detailing the making of 'Hacksaw Ridge', including the real-life people and story, casting, filming, special effects, stunts, and interviews with Mel Gibson, Andrew Garfield, and more. 'Hacksaw Ridge' is the epic and inspiring true story of Desmond Doss, an army medic and conscientious objector who, during one of the bloodiest battles of World War II, saved 75 men without firing or carrying a gun.

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5 members

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Andrew Garfield

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Andrew Garfield

Acting

Mel Gibson

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Mel Gibson

Acting

Sam Worthington

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Sam Worthington

Acting

Teresa Palmer

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Teresa Palmer

Acting

Hugo Weaving

Self

Hugo Weaving

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