I'm a veteran 23 year's with six deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. I was a combat medic also. The dad had every classic signs of PTSD from his service in WW1; this is the only time I struggled during this movie. He drank, had survives guilt (talking to his friends in the graveyard), self harm, violence....but his dad was a good guy deep down. His mom said "you should have known him before the war".
This is one of the few "based on a true story" movies that wasn't embellished to make the hero seem more heroic. They actually toned it down some. They thought that if they showed everything Doss did, the audience wouldn't believe it. Also, multiple Japanese survivors reported having had Doss in their sights on the battlefield while he was retrieving wounded, only to have their weapon jam when they tried to fire.
Although, in fairness, I've read other accounts from Japanese survivors suffering weapon jams constantly. After Saipan, the Americans could conduct strategic bombing raids against the Japanese homeland, so Japan's production quality had really gone down the drain.
@@211aonscratch4we can theorize and summarize, we can apply all the happenstance and logic to every given circumstances, but in the end it doesn’t make those small miracles any less miraculous.
@@211aonscratch4 Actually the production was greater at the end of the war than at the beginning. The issue was the Japanese army had 3 field rifles, the Marines another 4 and the navy 2 others. None in the same caliber none had interchangeable parts, so jams and rifle failures were very common. The thing is with Desmond, every one swore an oath that it was not the round or a failure of the rifle. Three different snipers that survived the battle reported being able to rechamber the round and fire it immediately unless it was aimed at Doss. Both American and Japanese veterans of that battle swore Doss had divine protection, they could not explain how he lived when he should have died. How nothing could touch him, how the man was like a ghost, you could see him but not touch him.
@@VadulTharysus Seventh Day Adventists are not like anything you will find in this world. We are likely the most Godly, Badass , kind ,loving, epic people who you will ever meet. A lot of people think of us as a cult but the Truth is that we are the most Pure form of Christianity in the world. We follow the bible and respect our bodies as the Temple of the Lord it is. We have conviction like you will never find the likes of
What the movie doesn't tell you is he was sick most of the time he was there. Since he didn't eat meat he lived off whatever vegetables and fruits he could find. Had diarrhea a lot. Love my superhero movies but this man was the real thing.
@@dustinbaker4445he was seventh day Adventist. Many of them are vegetarians and even vegans. My grandparents just followed the old testament dietary laws, but ate meat.
I was a Navy Hospital Corpsman (Medic) that served with the Marines. I have always been proud to follow in the footsteps of Desmond Doss and many other Medics that have received the Medal of Honor. I spent 3 tours in Vietnam. You don't remember all the people you have treated but you never forget the ones you can't save. Good reaction. I think you are one of the best reactors on U tube.
It was estimated that Desmond saved around 150 men but wanted his citation to read 50, as he was so modest. So they compromised on 75. He also performed similar acts of gallantry at 2 previous battles,
Warriors don't count the deaths but the ones they save you remember the dead but if you focus on them it creates a depression that some people can't handle
The actor who lost both his legs in this movie is an actual war veteran who lost his legs in combat. Also, it was said that Desmond had a very calming affect on people. He’d talk to them like it was just another day and they were sitting at home. They said he gave people a huge sense of peace and calm. So beautiful! The Lord used him in a mighty way! If I could be used like this by just a fraction, I’d have lived my life well. I wanted to also say thank you for keeping your videos so clean. It’s so refreshing! Ps. Definitely watch Band of Brothers! ♥️
Hacksaw Ridge is one of the greatest movies ever made, and I make every person I get to know watch it.....and have never found a single person who is not profoundly effected by it. With a man like this to walk among us, you cannot tell me there is no God.
@@sheripetrey4257 oh yes! I believe I’ve seen that one. Audie Murphy was an incredible man! Have you need the movie “The Guns of Fort Petticoat”? Audie acted in it and it’s amazing!
The lady across the street from me is related to Desmond''s wife and many people around here knew both of them. At one time they had a farm about 15 miles from here.
Thank you for this reaction. Mr. Doss lived in our small town in Alabama his last few years. Occasionally, he would eat breakfast with a crew of older men in the local restaurants. My dad was usually in there and I would eat with them sometimes. I knew he was a CMOH recipient, but didn't know the full story like now. He was a quiet, humble and friendly man and I wish I'd known more about him so I could have appreciated him more when I was around him.
Look around at all your old people. You don’t know their stories. appreciate and respect them you don’t know what they’ve been through. Or who your standing next to.
@@wheredidthetimego8087 This is so true. Years ago one of my cousins interviewed my grandparents over the course of a few days and recorded it. They went through their childhood (in Europe) how and why they chose to come to the USA, their immigration process, where they first settled, the kinds of jobs they held, etc. Grandma spelled out the names of the villages where she lived, the full names of her aunts, uncles, cousins, she provided so much information. I always knew the basic facts, but her details of her childhood and family life was fascinating.
Incidentally the full story of his bravery was even more heroic, they had to cut out a lot more of what he did because the director was worried it would become unbelievable to an audience. Take the time to find the WHOLE story of his bravery. Beautiful brave man.
One of my favorite movies of all time. Desmond Doss’ compassion for everyone on the battlefield was amazing. He was an incredible human being. RIP Desmond, you earned it.
I was a US Navy Hospital Corpsman. The Navy counterpart to Doss' Medic. We were and are trained in battlefield medicine but not only that, our shared histories. Meaning those who had gone before us. As such Doss' story was well known to me. What you neeed to keep in mind is the movie sharply truncated his action. By the time of Okinawa, he had not only earned the trust and respect of his men but had received numerous awards for bravery on the battlefield already. The escarpment that is Hacksaw is 400 feet tall. The battle that is depicted was 5-6 days long. The number 75 was a compromise. After the action Doss believed he saved no more than 25. The brass said 100. Battalion records later showed the number to be between 135-150 men were saved. Many years later, while stationed with the Marines on Okinawa, I had the honor to stand on Hacksaw now a Peace park. The moment & it's significance still hits me 32 years later. I'm no Hero. I had a job to do that I did to the best I could. It has always been my humbling honor to follow in the footsteps of men such as Deasmond Doss.
@@gregsawyers8148 Bravo Co 3rd Med couple deployments with CSSD-31 at time I mentioned, left Okinawa during Desert Shield for Naval Hospital Beaufort Donor Processing team. If you used blood product in the sandbox, chances are my team and I collected, processed & shipped it, after that Parris Island BMC among others. for Same roads different paths. Semper Fortis, Semper Fidelis, Semper Gumby
Kudos to Mel Gibson for making an incredible movie. Desmond Doss was a rare breed of man that wouldn't compromise his beliefs or values. The lives he saved was truly amazing. This is one of my favorite movies.
As others have pointed out the commander killing himself is a Japanese tradition called "Seppuku" or the honorable death when defeat is inevitable. There is another movie that features this ritual and gives it a better context starring Tom Cruise, 'The Last Samurai'. It is a masterpiece of a movie that I know you two would absolutely love. Brilliant acting, a heart-touching storyline, and just a beautifully shot and scored film. Please consider this suggestion from a fellow Okie.
Agree. Altho "The Last Samurai" is only loosely based on actual history, it foreshadows how the 20th Century Japanese military would use modern technology but still retain some aspects of the Samurai code. Officers committing suicide or submitting to execution when defeated, enlisted men who prefer fake surrendering to real surrender... pilots willing to do Kamikaze strikes... that's a formidable foe.
A samurai could ride into your village, chop off your head for not bowing low enough for his tastes, take whatever food and drink he wanted, and have his way with all the women in your household, and not be held accountable because the code only applied to the upper class - but because of a movie, we know the people who wanted to change that system were the bad guys.
@@GhostWatcher2024 I only found out about Adams by accident. Did you know that there are descendants of samurai and their servants in southern Spain who stayed in Spain on a diplomatic mission from 1613 to 1620? They all bear the name Japón. In a town near Seville called Coria del Río, this is a fairly common surname.
As far as I'm concerned in my almost 70 years this is hands-down the best war movie I ever watched. And say what you want about Mel Gibson after seeing The Passion of the Christ, Apocalypto and Hacksaw Ridge... The guy makes a hell of a movie.
@@andygossard4293 You're absolutely correct. I was using voice to text because I have problems with my hands at times and I didn't notice that it had changed 'war' into 'horror'. Corrected, and thanks for the heads-up. 😏
46:38 something to point out about this moment in particular: Doss is a private, and his commanding officer is speaking to him. Normally he would be at attention unless told otherwise. And before asking such a difficult question, his commanding officer didn’t order him to stand, he knelt down to the same level. That says so much with just a tiny detail! Edit to add: I recently learned that there is even a biblical justification to his choice to go back up on the Sabbath, when one is supposed to rest rather than work. In Matthew 12:12, Jesus proclaimed it “is lawful to do good on the Sabbath!” before *healing* individuals right in front of the priests who’d confronted him. I’m not a strongly religious person, but learning that detail made me smile.
I have to take issue with one thing you said. Doss would neither salute nor be at attention in a combat area when speaking with an officer unless he wanted to get him killed.
This movie is amazing on so many levels. The battles are the most realistic since “Saving Private Ryan” and the human story is on another level. Desmond Doss is they type of real life hero you want to inspire real change within yourself. Finally, he underestimates his own accomplishments because he was humble. Mel Gibson said he didn’t even add everything he did because he thought the audience wouldn’t believe it and think it was Hollywood fiction.
Most realistic? This is probably the most unrealistic battles i have seen in a war movie, battles took place 100 meters apart, not next to each other like in this movie. And a soldier literally using a dudes corpse as a shield. Or pulling Vince Vaughn around and him killing a whole squad of Japanese with a tiny Greasegun. I laughed so hard at these scenes XD
@@NecramoniumVideo you clearly don’t realize this is literally a true story. A true story that they UNDERsold because everything Desmond actually did would have been too unrealistic to be believable on film
@@Hey_Jamie Yeah, like the grenade he slapped away, but not using a corpse as a shield with a BAR with infinite ammunition. @Jason Avery, its a movie, its not real, the actors didnt die.
@@NecramoniumVideo you have no clue what actual battle was like during WWII. Your comment makes that hilariously obvious. As a combat veteran myself, I can tell you battles are still fought door to door and face to face and sometimes hand to hand. What a stupid comment you made.
So glad that you were able to see this movie. I am a 21 year veteran of the Air Force and Army. Desmond was Seventh Day Adventist and as a member of the SDA church I heard about him in the early 1980's. He is the only person to ever earn the Medal Of Honor without carrying a weapon. An amazing man.
WOW! Thank you Jay and Amber for watching this. Incredible story. We salute all of our fallen heroes this weekend. To the families who carry their legacy and honor...THANK YOU! 🇺🇲💪🌟💜❤. Let's celebrate our freedom and families this weekend. Happy Memorial Day! 💯
Incredible story and movie! Glad y'all watched. Doss is the only conscientious objector to receive the MOH and survive the war. There were only two other COs who received the MOH. Both were medics in Vietnam, but both received their medals posthumously. They were Thomas Bennett and Joseph La Pointe. ♥
I had the privilege of working with Sp4 LaPointe's widow, Cindy, for several years. She still works tirelessly to this day to keep his memory and heroism alive. There is an Army Depot on Wright-Patterson AFB near the Air Force Museum that bears his name in honor of his sacrifice.
One of the greatest reactions to a great movie. So much heart, brutality, realism, and all the rest of it. Sad and horrific, but a necessary story to be told. Heroes exist. You two sum up what we all feel. Thank You
This is the best reaction to this movie I have seen. Amber is right. Desmond did not belong on a field of battle and all the horror of war, but when he committed to be there, his fellow soldiers suddenly realized how special he really was.
I visited Okinawa a few years back and got to tour the Hacksaw Ridge and adjoining cave battle sites. What those marines did was incredible. The hardened cave systems the Japanese were in were very eerie . You could still see signs of the fighting and scars of battle on the walls. Thinking of all the people who died and suffered in those caves and along that ridge was quite moving. Okinawa as a whole is a beautiful island but still shows obvious signs of WW2.
Hacksaw Ridge wasn't taken by the Marines, it was taken by the Army. The Division Desmond was part of was the 77th Infantry. The 77th was one of the toughest Division in the Army. It was so tough that the Marines who fought alongside them started calling them the 77th Marines.
Amber, I love what you said at the end of the movie. It's the essence of Memorial Day. It's not about veterans - It's about the ones who didn't come home.
My grandfather and his three brothers all served in WW2 at the same time, my grandpa served in the Philippines and fought hand to hand battles with Japanese soldiers. These movies always remind me how lucky we are that these brave men protect and serve for us! ❤
So glad you did this. My UK grandad was a conscientious objector because of his religion and the bullying was extreme when they were called up for subscription. He could have picked jail but he wanted to help just didnt want to kill. They could have put him in lots of places of use and they did initially place him as cook in the army but his sergeant saw him as weak so he took his wooden spoon and put on the front line. He came back changed and a hard man but inspite of the years of bullying he never ran away or crumpled. Some people don't understand or respect his position. It was what it was. But it gave me insight for when I watched this film.
The fact Desmond's children said Garfield's performance was on point as their father gave more credibility for this incredible film. Edit: Only one son
Another true story movie about an American hero is "Sgt York" from 1941 about Alvin York who was originally a pacifist who was one of the most honored soldiers of World War I. Also "We Were Soldiers" and "Braveheart" is two other movies based on true stories that starred Mel Gibson who directed Hacksaw Ridge.
We have a HWY named after hero Desmond Doss here on Lookout Mountain in Ga.(Walker County). Desmond settled here after the war. As a Veteran every time I drive in that road I think of all we have lost and all those saved by this amazing man. Happy Memorial Day America.🇺🇸
Thanks for the tribute to all our war vets and their defense of democracy. An appropriate movie for this Memorial Day. May we never forget their courage and heroism.
"To Hell and Back" is an older movie, it's about Audie Murphy, another hero. He actually played himself in the movie, over 10yrs later, and still looked like the teenager who joined to provide for his younger siblings. He wasn't a pacifist, but is a national hero and amazing human being.
@Michael Coats just because there inaccuracies in the movie, does mean a history buff can still enjoy the movie. Every movie based on true stories has inaccuracies, often because directors and writers don't do enough research unfortunately
@Michael Coats what exactly was inaccurate? What did the movie say that the marines did that they didn't? Just curious because the marines and the army rangers fought together there
With your faith and pride in the US military, you two would definitely appreciate the Band of Brothers mini-series shown originally on HBO. It is also based during WWII and tells incredibly personal stories of the paratroopers who fought. (If you are worried about committing to a mini-series, the time it will take will be less than you spent on Harry Potter - which was well worth the time too.) Band of Brothers is top-notch in all aspects, and it’s based on the real lives and actions of Easy Company. I always enjoy watching movies with you, thanks. Peace …
Desmond actually saved 125 men, but him being modest said it was maybe 50 men that he saved, so the Army compromised and said 75 men were saved by him on that ridge. He done so much more than that on the Ridge, but it was so heroic that Mel Gibson was afraid nobody would believe the whole story, so they left alot out of the movie to make it believable to the viewer.
So much respect for Desmond Doss. What a hero and man of God. We all have the right to stand by our convictions and still be the good in this world. This movie shines a light on that so well. ❤
Even more amazing that in real life he actually did this with a compound fracture in one arm as a result from enemy fire (he tended to his own wounds as he didn't want to call on another medic and expose them) and with only one working lung as he suffered from a severe bout of pneumonia as well. The Director decided to leave these injuries out of the final cut as he felt that the audience would find it too unrealistic.
Omigosh, I suggested this a while back…am so excited y’all did this fantastic film! How fortunate we are to get this story & thank you for watching on Memorial Day weekend especially. As a veteran there are certain war movies which stand out, those that are true stories…Hacksaw Ridge falls into that category. I’ve seen this three times & still get emotional…hope I always do. As a Christian, this film hits in an special place, …it’s about conviction. You’ll get a ton of facts in other comments so I’ll drop a few must see films along the same line: “We Were Soldiers”, “Unbroken”, & I really hope y’all watch the greatest series ever, “Band of Brothers”. All of these are true stories & from historians more than 90% factual on screen.
I grew up with the book "The Unlikeliest Hero" on our bookshelf growing up. I'm a Seventh Day Adventist Adventist (like Desmond Doss) and have been proud of him since I first learned about him. One of the amazing things about this story is that the men that were there said he saved more like 100 men but Desmond, ever his humble self, said 50. The army split the difference and said 75. But the men were adamant that it WAS 100 or more! And the last day he had a broken arm and he was still saving people. At the end of the movie you see him with the cast with his arm held up at a right angle. But Mel Gibson was afraid it would be too unbelievable, so he cut that part. There is so much more to the story. But even as the movie showed, it is amazing and God was glorified.
As the daughter, sister, wife, and mother of United States military service members, I appreciate that y'all dedicated this week's movie to one we love. Would dig seeing y'all react to The Dirty Dozen, Some Came Running...classic black & white movies. Love your reactions and the base you've built. ✌️❤️
I was so thrilled when I saw you guy's were watching this movie. When I first saw it, it was incredibly emotional by the end but then to see the real footage of Desmond just broke me. I'm just so glad the film got made and the world is able to appreciate what an incredible human being he was ❤
I loved watching this with the Rob Squad. So many things you mentioned here are also in the movie Last of the Mohicans: a waterfall, battles, a simpler time, history, a love story an beautiful mountain scenery.
What an amazing story, they all are heroes but Desmond Doss was a true-life superhero. there are so many war movies that I love, but this has got to be one of my favorites for all the obvious reasons, and I have read that he saved way more than 100 people, Mel Gibson never lets me down when he makes a movie. You all couldn't have picked a better movie, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Happy Memorial Day
All I can say is it's about time you got to this movie. FYI Mel Gibson is an amazing director if you find a movie directed by Mel Gibson, I guarantee you'll love every one of them.
Im a veteran and served 30 years. This is an excellent movie and a great story that I truly love! There is another great movie that I've watched 100s of times...another true story, the story of Audie Murphy, the most decorated soldier in WW II "To Hell and Back" with Audie Murphy starring as himself
This is a rare case of Hollywood not exaggerating someone's accomplishments for the sake of cinematic effect. Director Mel Gibson said when he heard about Desmond's story he knew he had to make this film but also it sounded too incredible to be true!Desmond Doss said himself that he estimated he pulled 50 soldiers down that cliff, soldiers who otherwise would have been left up there to die. Desmond's CO said it was more like 100 men that Desmond had saved, so the movie split the difference and estimated that it was 75 men. At any rate, in 2023, 78 years later, it is estimated that there are hundreds of descendants of these soldiers who are alive today because of Desmond Doss. And yes, Desmond really did administer medical aid to a few Japanese soldiers as well as Americans. This was confirmed by Japanese reports. He did not see people as friends or enemies, he just saw people that were hurt and needed help. A truly remarkable human being that represents the very best in us.
Thank you for showing this and experiencing it. This man is one living, breathing example of "loyalty" and "valor" and "forgiveness" and "unselfishness." Bless him, my nephew, other members of my family and all others who gave their lives or a large part of their soul - to protect our way of life and democracy. 🙏🌈
@Lauren Lewis I do know, sister. I hate war. At the same time, I honor those who were fighting for the greater good. And they did pave the way for today's generation to have rights and privileges that we did not have previously. Including the right for my nephew to be gay and serving in the military before the ban was lifted, and for the current generation of lgbtq+ people (which I was born into in 1955 in a time you can not understand) to loudly and proudly proclaim who they are and what they believe in. That is only permitted in a democracy. So I will say it again, I envision a day when war is not the way to resolve conflict. I have Marched, protested and suffered for all civil and human rights for the past 47 years. But as I expect and demand respect and compassion for myself, I equally give it to others who are not like me. Especially for those who were pioneers and paved the way for a better life for people they never met. 🌈🙏💕
They actually dialed down some of his acts because they didn't think people would believe it. He actually stood at the top of the ridge for a long time at first gradually lowering the people down before he got too tired and set down using the stump. The solders from the ground could see him just standing and praying. The Japanese fired on him but they kept missing and their rifles kept jamming. We have this account from multiple sources on both sides.
The father is played by Hugo Weaving. He played Elrond in Lord of the Rings, Agent Smith in The Matrix and V in V for Vendetta. Thank you to all the veterans out there how fight and have fought for our freedom.
I think Desmond's father is an important part of this story. For one thing, he represents one of the earliest versions of PTSD. They called it shellshock in those days, but when you've seen your buddies get shot and blown to bits, it leaves you scarred for life. Many soldiers returned from WWI completely unable to function. Much more common after WWII. Viet Nam and the more recent battles in Iraq and Afghanistan have left thousands of homeless on the streets of America because they returned from war with their brains scrambled and they're unable to function and our country has turned its back on them. They need our help yet the VA has been almost useless for them.
Thank you for watching this guys. I hadn't seen it before. My grandfather fought in Okinawa and I was really touched seeing all they were going through at Hacksaw Ridge. Amazing story - love his perseverance and the "just one more" prayer.
First thing I greatly appreciate your reaction videos, you both are very wholesome and respectful, which make you guys unique to TH-cam. I thought your view of Desmond was spot on, “Strong Man with a Soft Soul”. As a believer I think Desmond lived up to John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends.
I researched Desmond Doss after the film came out. Good thing too as I remembered his name when I met Andrew Garfield on a flight last Thanksgiving. "Mr. Garfield? I wanted to thank you for Desmond Doss. That was an important story to tell.". I'm sure he gets thanked for Spiderman all the time but I could see this took him a bit by surprise. He looked down, put his hand on his heart, looked up and smiled, and said thank you. I don't usually approach celebrities but this was on a long flight from London and I could tell he was bored.
I love that you guys watched this. Your reactions were perfect. Oh and to simply put what happened at 48:45, it’s an ancient Japanese tradition when samurai warriors are defeated, they willing take their own lives out of shame.
yes. The Samuri would disembowel himself. (or similar rank, for this purpose) Thats the guy with knife putting it into his midsection and cutting. The other man was honoring him by cutting off the Samuri's head, making it a quick death, rather than a painful hours long death.
Crazy that this man really did this. The thing that blows me away with this movie is that broadside from that battleship that looks like a Missouri class is awesome. You two probably aren't aware of the firepower of those big guns were devastating. Three turrets each with three 16 inch guns that could lob 2,000 lb shells 25 miles and hit target within one city block which is amazing being that their targeting system was a mechanical computer. They didn't have to hit dead on accurate because each shell would make a 30 foot deep crater that was about 100 feet in diameter. These shells weighed as much as a small car. In this movie, that ship unleashed a full broadside. Nine one ton shells unleashed in seconds. When they let a full broadside rip the concussion was so great that the whole ship would move sideways. Absolutely devastating firepower! Peace ❤
15:55 - Doss knew how to tie a double bowline knot when he was growing up on the farm. He used the knot to lower two soldiers at a time from Hacksaw Ridge.
51:27 Same Jay Same....this movie can make you realize just how powerful faith is. People make fun of Christians all the time in this country but men like Desmond show them just what they are dealing with. I am glad that you both loved this movie as I did. Desmond was a man to try to emulate for sure.
Absolutely one of my favorite war movies. If you’re looking for something similar to this and ever want to do a miniseries you need to watch Band Of Brothers. It’s another true story from WW2 and you’ll get to follow them throughout the entire war. You’ll also get to see the real soldiers throughout it.
Another super brave American was famous actor audey Murphy who played in a ton of westerns before dying pretty young and wrote a book about ww2 called to hell and back and they made a movie about it and he played himself,they said it was really hard on him to relive those moments.if you look up his war history he has more medals than almost anyone in u.s military history and he doesn't look or act like a tough guy at all.thanks to everyone who served are great country and for keeping us safe.God bless!
I heard that the Japanese survivors said that they kept missing Desmond Doss so many times they believed there was something supernatural helping him. Don't know if that is true, but it's interesting if it is.
I appreciate this movie showed both sides of faith. Remember the mass rapes, executions of civilians, torture, beheading etc committed by the Japanese imperial army was also a religious belief. The emperors was a divine figure, a God, to almost all of the Japanese people. To see through that and act humanely meant defying not only your country and patriotism but Also your entire religion. I think there were also some good and non brainwashed Japanese soldiers who when that saw an unharmed man treating wounded, well, they "missed."
So glad y'all chose this one to react to this special weekend..... Thank You! As hard as some of the scenes are hard to watch, it is definitely one of my favorites. To me Desmond, as well as others, was an angel on a special mission from God down to a time they were definitely needed. ❤ y'all.... & ❤ your shows.
Such an emotional movie to watch. God bless all of our veterans for serving, laying down your lives for us. I'm blubbering like a baby right now. I'm also, thinking about my grandfather in WWI, my dad WWII 90th. division, shock troop, Germany & France, my uncle WWII in Japan. Thank you. ❤
My cousin was drafted for Viet Nam . He said that he was a conscientous objector because he didn't want to kill anyone . Because he wasn't a Quaker or some other recognized pacifist group ,his request was denied ,but they agreed to let him be a medic . He was drafted as a Navy Corpsman ( medic ).He was attached to a Marine unit and sent to Viet Nam . He was wounded 3 times ,got three purple hearts .
the fact this movie didnt include the absolute crazy shit desmond doss did, this movie didn't show how injured he actually was, he bandaged himself up for an entire night while rescuing all of those men. he never stopped.
Great reaction, Jay and Amber! In memory of those lives lost in protecting our freedom, and to all of the veterans and their families who have served, THANK YOU for your service! ❤❤❤
The scene with the Japanese General stabbing himself is called "Seppuku" which is in Japanese culture known as "The Honorable Death". It is their way of keeping honor in the face of failure.
The Japanese soldier was a fierce, tenacious and ruthless enemy that would not surrender as it was cowardice to do so. Any American who surrendered was looked at as a coward and if they were allowed to live, treated harshly. The battles in the Pacific were way different than in Europe and Africa, usually very close quarters. As you saw the ships pounded the ridge with giant artillery munitions and the Japanese were safe deep in their tunnels. My great uncle was a medic in the Philippines and the few events he told me about were chilling. Thanks for sharing.
They also believed their emperor was divine, had no civilian conduct or rules against torture. Because 'God' told them to do it. Certainly contributed to the sheer carnage of the pacific, when not only your society but your faith tells you death or suicide. Faith can be misplaced.
This movie took his last combat engagement. Scenes like this actually happened 3 times during the war. At hacksaw he really pulled down over 100 men and 6 japanese soldiers, but when asked how many he brought down, he said "maybe 50?" So the army balanced it and credited him with 75. Mel Gibson said, if I made a movie with what he really did, no one would believe it and everyone would call me a liar😊. Kinda sad you left out your reaction to the best part when he told the major they were waiting for Doss t finish praying. That to me was the WOW moment.
Thanks for this one! What is truly amazing is that they had to tone down all the heroism he did because they thought if they included everything it would be too unbelievable. Even though he really did those things It blows my mind every time I see this movie.
Love that you said you wanted to be the flamethrower then you saw it explode then your face said maybe not. You guys are fun to watch. Thanks for sharing you seem very caring and kind
He actually saved 100 plus, but he refused to accept more than 75. And they left out a lot of the seriously insane or more insane things he did on the Ridge because they knew no one would believe it.
Yeah I remember reading about him right after the movie came out. Some of the stuff he did was flat out insane. They asked Mel Gibson why they left most of the other stuff out and he said “ no one would believe it”. I think I remember reading the actual number of people saved was closer to 125 but the Army and him agreed on 75 one because he refused credit for anymore and two the Army didn’t think anybody would believe it.
My father is a retired veteran. He may watch a new war movie when it comes out, but in general he's seen so much he doesn't like to see things that remind him of it. Always thankful for all service men and women.
It's beautiful to see this. I recommend watching Desmond's documentary. There's a lot more to this guy. The trials he went through were deeper. Mel Gibson said there wasn't enough time to cover all of this man's heroism. Audie Murphy was in my old division. He was a Metal Of Honor hero during WWII. I'm happy to say that Desmond was honored years after the war ended. Well deserved.
Mel Gibson movies are great and extremely violent and beautiful! Usually based on true events or true stories. Passion of the Christ, Braveheart, Once we were Soldiers, the Patriot. Doss actually saved many more guys and was put in for another CMH! Every unit he was attached to and prayed for was very successful. One time he forgot to pray and that unit got chewed up! Also watch a short video here about maybe the greatest soldier of all time, type in Roy Benevides the Lazarus Soldier! I met him once in the early 90s, when I was stationed at Bragg!
His father fought in WWI. And that was a really bad one. They’re all bad, but WWI, I think, was the pinnacle of tactics being far outstripped by technology. Some towns, especially in Britain, France, and Germany, lost entire generations of young men. It was so completely devastating.
Sabaton did a cover of Motorhead’s “1916” that you should listen to, even if you don’t do a reaction video. It’s another heartbreaker about WW1, but watch it until the ending.
This is an incredible movie. The fact that it is based on a true story makes it even better. The fact that he goes into the thick of battle armed only with the desire to help his fellow man is the true mark of a Hero
Perfect choice for Memorial Day. I served during Desert Storm/Shield. Thank God that I never had to experience anything like this. I have unwavering respect for all of my fallen brothers and sisters. Great reaction. Thank you for allowing me to watch this with you. It is a tough watch, but so very important. The citations for Medals of Honor are online. If you want to know what true, selfless courage is, read a few of the citations.
Always such a genuine heartfelt reaction from both of you! My father was wounded on Iwo Jima when the Japanese faked a surrender. He never came back the same. P.S. The movie “Unbroken” which is a true story as well is just as good!
There is an amazing documentary that shows an American Soldier and a Japanese Soldier meeting each other and going back to the tunnels on Hacksaw Ridge. They were obviously quite older and it is truly emotional. They were both young soldiers just doing what they were trained and told to do.
Another movie you should check out, Bridge Over the River Quai. Might have spelled that wrong. I guarantee you will be whistling along by the end. Even thinking about it and that song gets stuck in my head.
Fantastic film I have seen it many times. The stories of my grandfathers, father and uncles about war, let me know all the sacrifice given for freedom, even to this day. i wish more young people could understand the price paid for the freedom they have!! Thank you both very much and God bless you and family
Watch VICTORY already, with Sylvester Stallone, Michael Caine, Max Von Sydow and "King" Pelé, GREAT movie. Set in Europe during WWII but it's NOT a war movie, you'll like it.
Couldnt tell you how many times i have watched this movie about the Heros That gave us our freedom. Also my pop .Served 5 years in the jungle. Best man i ever Met.
These are the type's of war movie's that need to be brought to life. No exaggeration or artistic liberties taken, nothing. 100% factual stories of the human toll both good and bad found amongst the horrors of war. God bless our veterans from the War of Independence through today. Honor and remember them all.
I'm a veteran 23 year's with six deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. I was a combat medic also. The dad had every classic signs of PTSD from his service in WW1; this is the only time I struggled during this movie. He drank, had survives guilt (talking to his friends in the graveyard), self harm, violence....but his dad was a good guy deep down. His mom said "you should have known him before the war".
Thank you for your service ❤
The actor who played Doss's father in the movie was incredible.
@@PowerDiva Hugo Weaving
Thank you for your service sir!!!
And the love and courage that it took to put his uniform back on, given all of his pain, to save his son.
This is one of the few "based on a true story" movies that wasn't embellished to make the hero seem more heroic. They actually toned it down some. They thought that if they showed everything Doss did, the audience wouldn't believe it. Also, multiple Japanese survivors reported having had Doss in their sights on the battlefield while he was retrieving wounded, only to have their weapon jam when they tried to fire.
Although, in fairness, I've read other accounts from Japanese survivors suffering weapon jams constantly. After Saipan, the Americans could conduct strategic bombing raids against the Japanese homeland, so Japan's production quality had really gone down the drain.
@@211aonscratch4we can theorize and summarize, we can apply all the happenstance and logic to every given circumstances, but in the end it doesn’t make those small miracles any less miraculous.
@@211aonscratch4 Actually the production was greater at the end of the war than at the beginning. The issue was the Japanese army had 3 field rifles, the Marines another 4 and the navy 2 others. None in the same caliber none had interchangeable parts, so jams and rifle failures were very common. The thing is with Desmond, every one swore an oath that it was not the round or a failure of the rifle. Three different snipers that survived the battle reported being able to rechamber the round and fire it immediately unless it was aimed at Doss. Both American and Japanese veterans of that battle swore Doss had divine protection, they could not explain how he lived when he should have died. How nothing could touch him, how the man was like a ghost, you could see him but not touch him.
@@VadulTharysus Seventh Day Adventists are not like anything you will find in this world. We are likely the most Godly, Badass , kind ,loving, epic people who you will ever meet. A lot of people think of us as a cult but the Truth is that we are the most Pure form of Christianity in the world. We follow the bible and respect our bodies as the Temple of the Lord it is. We have conviction like you will never find the likes of
@@Knightstandsandmoorwhile I agree you shouldn’t think that high of yourself, Desmond was humble not prideful.
What the movie doesn't tell you is he was sick most of the time he was there. Since he didn't eat meat he lived off whatever vegetables and fruits he could find. Had diarrhea a lot. Love my superhero movies but this man was the real thing.
Yeah, imagine surviving a war while living on crackers..... its insane.
@@KS-xk2so You should read up on what the Marines survived on at Guadalcanal.
@@catherinelw9365id one of their soldiers save 75 men while surviving on what they ate?
@@dustinbaker4445he was seventh day Adventist. Many of them are vegetarians and even vegans. My grandparents just followed the old testament dietary laws, but ate meat.
DOSS should have rifle qualified, he still didn't have to kill anyone!
I was a Navy Hospital Corpsman (Medic) that served with the Marines. I have always been proud to follow in the footsteps of Desmond Doss and many other Medics that have received the Medal of Honor. I spent 3 tours in Vietnam. You don't remember all the people you have treated but you never forget the ones you can't save. Good reaction. I think you are one of the best reactors on U tube.
Thank you for your service. ❤ Thank you to your family, too.
It was estimated that Desmond saved around 150 men but wanted his citation to read 50, as he was so modest. So they compromised on 75. He also performed similar acts of gallantry at 2 previous battles,
Humble hero
Same happens with kill counts. Chris Kyle is recorded at 160, but it's probably over 200. Who knows how many Desmond saved...
Warriors don't count the deaths but the ones they save you remember the dead but if you focus on them it creates a depression that some people can't handle
Strangely I am replying to you as we share the same name!
@@DAS1962 It's a big planet but a small world
The actor who lost both his legs in this movie is an actual war veteran who lost his legs in combat.
Also, it was said that Desmond had a very calming affect on people. He’d talk to them like it was just another day and they were sitting at home. They said he gave people a huge sense of peace and calm. So beautiful! The Lord used him in a mighty way! If I could be used like this by just a fraction, I’d have lived my life well.
I wanted to also say thank you for keeping your videos so clean. It’s so refreshing!
Ps. Definitely watch Band of Brothers! ♥️
Hacksaw Ridge is one of the greatest movies ever made, and I make every person I get to know watch it.....and have never found a single person who is not profoundly effected by it. With a man like this to walk among us, you cannot tell me there is no God.
@@sheripetrey4257 oh yes! I believe I’ve seen that one. Audie Murphy was an incredible man! Have you need the movie “The Guns of Fort Petticoat”? Audie acted in it and it’s amazing!
The lady across the street from me is related to Desmond''s wife and many people around here knew both of them. At one time they had a farm about 15 miles from here.
I’ve never been so proud to be born on March 20, 2006 I was born 3 days before he died he’s the reason I’m inspired to join the military
Thank you for this reaction. Mr. Doss lived in our small town in Alabama his last few years. Occasionally, he would eat breakfast with a crew of older men in the local restaurants. My dad was usually in there and I would eat with them sometimes. I knew he was a CMOH recipient, but didn't know the full story like now. He was a quiet, humble and friendly man and I wish I'd known more about him so I could have appreciated him more when I was around him.
Why did he move to Alabama?
@@yaimavol He has family here. He’s buried in Chattanooga.
Growing up I fished many times in his pond on the mountain. Nicest guy ever.
Look around at all your old people. You don’t know their stories. appreciate and respect them you don’t know what they’ve been through. Or who your standing next to.
@@wheredidthetimego8087 This is so true. Years ago one of my cousins interviewed my grandparents over the course of a few days and recorded it. They went through their childhood (in Europe) how and why they chose to come to the USA, their immigration process, where they first settled, the kinds of jobs they held, etc. Grandma spelled out the names of the villages where she lived, the full names of her aunts, uncles, cousins, she provided so much information. I always knew the basic facts, but her details of her childhood and family life was fascinating.
I got to meet Mr. Doss on 2 occasions, and he was every bit as humble as he's portrayed in this movie.
Incidentally the full story of his bravery was even more heroic, they had to cut out a lot more of what he did because the director was worried it would become unbelievable to an audience. Take the time to find the WHOLE story of his bravery.
Beautiful brave man.
One of my favorite movies of all time. Desmond Doss’ compassion for everyone on the battlefield was amazing. He was an incredible human being. RIP Desmond, you earned it.
I was a US Navy Hospital Corpsman. The Navy counterpart to Doss' Medic. We were and are trained in battlefield medicine but not only that, our shared histories. Meaning those who had gone before us. As such Doss' story was well known to me. What you neeed to keep in mind is the movie sharply truncated his action. By the time of Okinawa, he had not only earned the trust and respect of his men but had received numerous awards for bravery on the battlefield already. The escarpment that is Hacksaw is 400 feet tall. The battle that is depicted was 5-6 days long. The number 75 was a compromise. After the action Doss believed he saved no more than 25. The brass said 100. Battalion records later showed the number to be between 135-150 men were saved. Many years later, while stationed with the Marines on Okinawa, I had the honor to stand on Hacksaw now a Peace park. The moment & it's significance still hits me 32 years later. I'm no Hero. I had a job to do that I did to the best I could. It has always been my humbling honor to follow in the footsteps of men such as Deasmond Doss.
From 1 Corpsman to another thank you ... 85 to 92 (Mssg11, Bssg 5) Dersert Storm...
@@gregsawyers8148 Bravo Co 3rd Med couple deployments with CSSD-31 at time I mentioned, left Okinawa during Desert Shield for Naval Hospital Beaufort Donor Processing team. If you used blood product in the sandbox, chances are my team and I collected, processed & shipped it, after that Parris Island BMC among others. for Same roads different paths. Semper Fortis, Semper Fidelis, Semper Gumby
Kudos to Mel Gibson for making an incredible movie. Desmond Doss was a rare breed of man that wouldn't compromise his beliefs or values. The lives he saved was truly amazing. This is one of my favorite movies.
Mel has made so many profound contributions to film!
As others have pointed out the commander killing himself is a Japanese tradition called "Seppuku" or the honorable death when defeat is inevitable. There is another movie that features this ritual and gives it a better context starring Tom Cruise, 'The Last Samurai'. It is a masterpiece of a movie that I know you two would absolutely love. Brilliant acting, a heart-touching storyline, and just a beautifully shot and scored film. Please consider this suggestion from a fellow Okie.
Agree. Altho "The Last Samurai" is only loosely based on actual history, it foreshadows how the 20th Century Japanese military would use modern technology but still retain some aspects of the Samurai code. Officers committing suicide or submitting to execution when defeated, enlisted men who prefer fake surrendering to real surrender... pilots willing to do Kamikaze strikes... that's a formidable foe.
A samurai could ride into your village, chop off your head for not bowing low enough for his tastes, take whatever food and drink he wanted, and have his way with all the women in your household, and not be held accountable because the code only applied to the upper class - but because of a movie, we know the people who wanted to change that system were the bad guys.
@@GhostWatcher2024 Shogun is a masterpiece. Based of the real story of William Adams, the first European samurai.
@@GhostWatcher2024 I only found out about Adams by accident. Did you know that there are descendants of samurai and their servants in southern Spain who stayed in Spain on a diplomatic mission from 1613 to 1620? They all bear the name Japón. In a town near Seville called Coria del Río, this is a fairly common surname.
its actualy called hericiri seppuku is donr with a fan or i could have it the othere way around
As far as I'm concerned in my almost 70 years this is hands-down the best war movie I ever watched. And say what you want about Mel Gibson after seeing The Passion of the Christ, Apocalypto and Hacksaw Ridge... The guy makes a hell of a movie.
The big difference is that in horror movies evil wins, but not here, not a horror film.
@@andygossard4293 You're absolutely correct. I was using voice to text because I have problems with my hands at times and I didn't notice that it had changed 'war' into 'horror'.
Corrected, and thanks for the heads-up. 😏
and now "Sound of Freedom".... Gibson's movies are made to make a difference as hes gotten older. A good use of a life
We Were Soldiers is another great one.
He sure does !!!
46:38 something to point out about this moment in particular: Doss is a private, and his commanding officer is speaking to him. Normally he would be at attention unless told otherwise. And before asking such a difficult question, his commanding officer didn’t order him to stand, he knelt down to the same level. That says so much with just a tiny detail!
Edit to add: I recently learned that there is even a biblical justification to his choice to go back up on the Sabbath, when one is supposed to rest rather than work. In Matthew 12:12, Jesus proclaimed it “is lawful to do good on the Sabbath!” before *healing* individuals right in front of the priests who’d confronted him. I’m not a strongly religious person, but learning that detail made me smile.
I have to take issue with one thing you said. Doss would neither salute nor be at attention in a combat area when speaking with an officer unless he wanted to get him killed.
"If all I got out of this war was that smile . . . I would have been well repaid" My God do we all have something to live up to.
This movie is amazing on so many levels. The battles are the most realistic since “Saving Private Ryan” and the human story is on another level. Desmond Doss is they type of real life hero you want to inspire real change within yourself. Finally, he underestimates his own accomplishments because he was humble. Mel Gibson said he didn’t even add everything he did because he thought the audience wouldn’t believe it and think it was Hollywood fiction.
Most realistic? This is probably the most unrealistic battles i have seen in a war movie, battles took place 100 meters apart, not next to each other like in this movie. And a soldier literally using a dudes corpse as a shield. Or pulling Vince Vaughn around and him killing a whole squad of Japanese with a tiny Greasegun. I laughed so hard at these scenes XD
@@NecramoniumVideo you laughed at people dying in war? Are you a sociopath?
@@NecramoniumVideo you clearly don’t realize this is literally a true story. A true story that they UNDERsold because everything Desmond actually did would have been too unrealistic to be believable on film
@@Hey_Jamie Yeah, like the grenade he slapped away, but not using a corpse as a shield with a BAR with infinite ammunition. @Jason Avery, its a movie, its not real, the actors didnt die.
@@NecramoniumVideo you have no clue what actual battle was like during WWII. Your comment makes that hilariously obvious. As a combat veteran myself, I can tell you battles are still fought door to door and face to face and sometimes hand to hand. What a stupid comment you made.
So glad that you were able to see this movie. I am a 21 year veteran of the Air Force and Army. Desmond was Seventh Day Adventist and as a member of the SDA church I heard about him in the early 1980's. He is the only person to ever earn the Medal Of Honor without carrying a weapon. An amazing man.
WOW! Thank you Jay and Amber for watching this. Incredible story. We salute all of our fallen heroes this weekend. To the families who carry their legacy and honor...THANK YOU! 🇺🇲💪🌟💜❤. Let's celebrate our freedom and families this weekend. Happy Memorial Day! 💯
by no means an exaggeration, one of the bravest man to ever lived. Incredible story and acting, mel gibson always deliver. Great reaction!
Incredible story and movie! Glad y'all watched. Doss is the only conscientious objector to receive the MOH and survive the war. There were only two other COs who received the MOH. Both were medics in Vietnam, but both received their medals posthumously. They were Thomas Bennett and Joseph La Pointe. ♥
I had the privilege of working with Sp4 LaPointe's widow, Cindy, for several years. She still works tirelessly to this day to keep his memory and heroism alive. There is an Army Depot on Wright-Patterson AFB near the Air Force Museum that bears his name in honor of his sacrifice.
@@richarddexter7641 I drive past that depot every time I head into work.
One of the greatest reactions to a great movie. So much heart, brutality, realism, and all the rest of it. Sad and horrific, but a necessary story to be told. Heroes exist. You two sum up what we all feel. Thank You
This is the best reaction to this movie I have seen. Amber is right. Desmond did not belong on a field of battle and all the horror of war, but when he committed to be there, his fellow soldiers suddenly realized how special he really was.
I visited Okinawa a few years back and got to tour the Hacksaw Ridge and adjoining cave battle sites. What those marines did was incredible. The hardened cave systems the Japanese were in were very eerie . You could still see signs of the fighting and scars of battle on the walls. Thinking of all the people who died and suffered in those caves and along that ridge was quite moving. Okinawa as a whole is a beautiful island but still shows obvious signs of WW2.
Hacksaw Ridge wasn't taken by the Marines, it was taken by the Army. The Division Desmond was part of was the 77th Infantry. The 77th was one of the toughest Division in the Army. It was so tough that the Marines who fought alongside them started calling them the 77th Marines.
Amber, I love what you said at the end of the movie. It's the essence of Memorial Day. It's not about veterans - It's about the ones who didn't come home.
That was said by Desmond Doss, Amber was repeating what Desmond was quoted as saying
Veterans day is for the living memorial day is for the dead.
My grandfather and his three brothers all served in WW2 at the same time, my grandpa served in the Philippines and fought hand to hand battles with Japanese soldiers. These movies always remind me how lucky we are that these brave men protect and serve for us! ❤
So glad you did this. My UK grandad was a conscientious objector because of his religion and the bullying was extreme when they were called up for subscription. He could have picked jail but he wanted to help just didnt want to kill. They could have put him in lots of places of use and they did initially place him as cook in the army but his sergeant saw him as weak so he took his wooden spoon and put on the front line. He came back changed and a hard man but inspite of the years of bullying he never ran away or crumpled. Some people don't understand or respect his position. It was what it was. But it gave me insight for when I watched this film.
The fact Desmond's children said Garfield's performance was on point as their father gave more credibility for this incredible film.
Edit: Only one son
I thought desmond only had one son?
@@razor456 True. My mistake.
Another true story movie about an American hero is "Sgt York" from 1941 about Alvin York who was originally a pacifist who was one of the most honored soldiers of World War I. Also "We Were Soldiers" and "Braveheart" is two other movies based on true stories that starred Mel Gibson who directed Hacksaw Ridge.
In the case of Braveheart, very very loosely based.
Those are good films
@@AndrewwarrenAndrew True. Still a good movie though regardless of it's historical inaccuracies.
We have a HWY named after hero Desmond Doss here on Lookout Mountain in Ga.(Walker County). Desmond settled here after the war. As a Veteran every time I drive in that road I think of all we have lost and all those saved by this amazing man.
Happy Memorial Day America.🇺🇸
Thanks for the tribute to all our war vets and their defense of democracy. An appropriate movie for this Memorial Day. May we never forget their courage and heroism.
"To Hell and Back" is an older movie, it's about Audie Murphy, another hero. He actually played himself in the movie, over 10yrs later, and still looked like the teenager who joined to provide for his younger siblings. He wasn't a pacifist, but is a national hero and amazing human being.
One of my favorite movies. Big hist buff. Such a moving true story. Andrew Garfield does and absolute phenomenal jobs 🎉
A history buff should have called out the inaccuracies of using Marines for what Army Rangers actually did.
@Michael Coats just because there inaccuracies in the movie, does mean a history buff can still enjoy the movie. Every movie based on true stories has inaccuracies, often because directors and writers don't do enough research unfortunately
@Michael Coats what exactly was inaccurate? What did the movie say that the marines did that they didn't? Just curious because the marines and the army rangers fought together there
With your faith and pride in the US military, you two would definitely appreciate the Band of Brothers mini-series shown originally on HBO. It is also based during WWII and tells incredibly personal stories of the paratroopers who fought. (If you are worried about committing to a mini-series, the time it will take will be less than you spent on Harry Potter - which was well worth the time too.) Band of Brothers is top-notch in all aspects, and it’s based on the real lives and actions of Easy Company. I always enjoy watching movies with you, thanks. Peace …
Desmond actually saved 125 men, but him being modest said it was maybe 50 men that he saved, so the Army compromised and said 75 men were saved by him on that ridge. He done so much more than that on the Ridge, but it was so heroic that Mel Gibson was afraid nobody would believe the whole story, so they left alot out of the movie to make it believable to the viewer.
The world needs more people like Desmond.
So much respect for Desmond Doss. What a hero and man of God. We all have the right to stand by our convictions and still be the good in this world. This movie shines a light on that so well. ❤
Even more amazing that in real life he actually did this with a compound fracture in one arm as a result from enemy fire (he tended to his own wounds as he didn't want to call on another medic and expose them) and with only one working lung as he suffered from a severe bout of pneumonia as well. The Director decided to leave these injuries out of the final cut as he felt that the audience would find it too unrealistic.
Omigosh, I suggested this a while back…am so excited y’all did this fantastic film! How fortunate we are to get this story & thank you for watching on Memorial Day weekend especially. As a veteran there are certain war movies which stand out, those that are true stories…Hacksaw Ridge falls into that category. I’ve seen this three times & still get emotional…hope I always do. As a Christian, this film hits in an special place, …it’s about conviction. You’ll get a ton of facts in other comments so I’ll drop a few must see films along the same line: “We Were Soldiers”, “Unbroken”, & I really hope y’all watch the greatest series ever, “Band of Brothers”. All of these are true stories & from historians more than 90% factual on screen.
I grew up with the book "The Unlikeliest Hero" on our bookshelf growing up. I'm a Seventh Day Adventist Adventist (like Desmond Doss) and have been proud of him since I first learned about him. One of the amazing things about this story is that the men that were there said he saved more like 100 men but Desmond, ever his humble self, said 50. The army split the difference and said 75. But the men were adamant that it WAS 100 or more! And the last day he had a broken arm and he was still saving people. At the end of the movie you see him with the cast with his arm held up at a right angle. But Mel Gibson was afraid it would be too unbelievable, so he cut that part. There is so much more to the story. But even as the movie showed, it is amazing and God was glorified.
As the daughter, sister, wife, and mother of United States military service members, I appreciate that y'all dedicated this week's movie to one we love. Would dig seeing y'all react to The Dirty Dozen, Some Came Running...classic black & white movies. Love your reactions and the base you've built. ✌️❤️
I agree with you. I love The Dirty Dozen it's one of my favorite war movies. 😊
I was so thrilled when I saw you guy's were watching this movie. When I first saw it, it was incredibly emotional by the end but then to see the real footage of Desmond just broke me. I'm just so glad the film got made and the world is able to appreciate what an incredible human being he was ❤
I loved watching this with the Rob Squad. So many things you mentioned here are also in the movie Last of the Mohicans: a waterfall, battles, a simpler time, history, a love story an beautiful mountain scenery.
What an amazing story, they all are heroes but Desmond Doss was a true-life superhero. there are so many war movies that I love, but this has got to be one of my favorites for all the obvious reasons, and I have read that he saved way more than 100 people, Mel Gibson never lets me down when he makes a movie. You all couldn't have picked a better movie, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Happy Memorial Day
All I can say is it's about time you got to this movie. FYI Mel Gibson is an amazing director if you find a movie directed by Mel Gibson, I guarantee you'll love every one of them.
Desmond Doss is buried at the highest point of the National Cemetery in my Hometown. Chattanooga, TN
Rest In Peace, to all of our heroic fallen. You will never be forgotten. Semper Fi
Im a veteran and served 30 years. This is an excellent movie and a great story that I truly love! There is another great movie that I've watched 100s of times...another true story, the story of Audie Murphy, the most decorated soldier in WW II "To Hell and Back" with Audie Murphy starring as himself
I love it when Amber gets emotional and her south comes out in her voice.
This is a rare case of Hollywood not exaggerating someone's accomplishments for the sake of cinematic effect. Director Mel Gibson said when he heard about Desmond's story he knew he had to make this film but also it sounded too incredible to be true!Desmond Doss said himself that he estimated he pulled 50 soldiers down that cliff, soldiers who otherwise would have been left up there to die. Desmond's CO said it was more like 100 men that Desmond had saved, so the movie split the difference and estimated that it was 75 men. At any rate, in 2023, 78 years later, it is estimated that there are hundreds of descendants of these soldiers who are alive today because of Desmond Doss.
And yes, Desmond really did administer medical aid to a few Japanese soldiers as well as Americans. This was confirmed by Japanese reports. He did not see people as friends or enemies, he just saw people that were hurt and needed help. A truly remarkable human being that represents the very best in us.
Thank you for showing this and experiencing it. This man is one living, breathing example of "loyalty" and "valor" and "forgiveness" and "unselfishness." Bless him, my nephew, other members of my family and all others who gave their lives or a large part of their soul - to protect our way of life and democracy. 🙏🌈
@Lauren Lewis why don't you elaborate for all the veterans viewing today? Especially about big lies.
@Lauren Lewis I do know, sister. I hate war. At the same time, I honor those who were fighting for the greater good. And they did pave the way for today's generation to have rights and privileges that we did not have previously. Including the right for my nephew to be gay and serving in the military before the ban was lifted, and for the current generation of lgbtq+ people (which I was born into in 1955 in a time you can not understand) to loudly and proudly proclaim who they are and what they believe in. That is only permitted in a democracy. So I will say it again, I envision a day when war is not the way to resolve conflict. I have Marched, protested and suffered for all civil and human rights for the past 47 years. But as I expect and demand respect and compassion for myself, I equally give it to others who are not like me. Especially for those who were pioneers and paved the way for a better life for people they never met. 🌈🙏💕
They actually dialed down some of his acts because they didn't think people would believe it. He actually stood at the top of the ridge for a long time at first gradually lowering the people down before he got too tired and set down using the stump.
The solders from the ground could see him just standing and praying. The Japanese fired on him but they kept missing and their rifles kept jamming. We have this account from multiple sources on both sides.
The father is played by Hugo Weaving. He played Elrond in Lord of the Rings, Agent Smith in The Matrix and V in V for Vendetta. Thank you to all the veterans out there how fight and have fought for our freedom.
I think Desmond's father is an important part of this story. For one thing, he represents one of the earliest versions of PTSD. They called it shellshock in those days, but when you've seen your buddies get shot and blown to bits, it leaves you scarred for life. Many soldiers returned from WWI completely unable to function. Much more common after WWII. Viet Nam and the more recent battles in Iraq and Afghanistan have left thousands of homeless on the streets of America because they returned from war with their brains scrambled and they're unable to function and our country has turned its back on them. They need our help yet the VA has been almost useless for them.
He also voice acted as Megatron in the first 3 Transformers movies
He was awesome in V for Vendetta. Such an incredible actor
This movie was extremely intense. Besides Saving Private Ryan, this was a heart pounding war film. Highly recommended.
Was in New Orleans a couple months ago and went to the ww2 museum and I got to see his plague and story! Amazing story! Thanks for watching this!
Thank you for watching this guys. I hadn't seen it before. My grandfather fought in Okinawa and I was really touched seeing all they were going through at Hacksaw Ridge. Amazing story - love his perseverance and the "just one more" prayer.
First thing I greatly appreciate your reaction videos, you both are very wholesome and respectful, which make you guys unique to TH-cam. I thought your view of Desmond was spot on, “Strong Man with a Soft Soul”. As a believer I think Desmond lived up to John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends.
Amen!
I researched Desmond Doss after the film came out. Good thing too as I remembered his name when I met Andrew Garfield on a flight last Thanksgiving. "Mr. Garfield? I wanted to thank you for Desmond Doss. That was an important story to tell.". I'm sure he gets thanked for Spiderman all the time but I could see this took him a bit by surprise. He looked down, put his hand on his heart, looked up and smiled, and said thank you. I don't usually approach celebrities but this was on a long flight from London and I could tell he was bored.
I love that you guys watched this. Your reactions were perfect.
Oh and to simply put what happened at 48:45, it’s an ancient Japanese tradition when samurai warriors are defeated, they willing take their own lives out of shame.
yes. The Samuri would disembowel himself. (or similar rank, for this purpose) Thats the guy with knife putting it into his midsection and cutting.
The other man was honoring him by cutting off the Samuri's head, making it a quick death, rather than a painful hours long death.
I believe it's called Hari-kari
Crazy that this man really did this. The thing that blows me away with this movie is that broadside from that battleship that looks like a Missouri class is awesome. You two probably aren't aware of the firepower of those big guns were devastating. Three turrets each with three 16 inch guns that could lob 2,000 lb shells 25 miles and hit target within one city block which is amazing being that their targeting system was a mechanical computer. They didn't have to hit dead on accurate because each shell would make a 30 foot deep crater that was about 100 feet in diameter. These shells weighed as much as a small car.
In this movie, that ship unleashed a full broadside. Nine one ton shells unleashed in seconds. When they let a full broadside rip the concussion was so great that the whole ship would move sideways. Absolutely devastating firepower!
Peace ❤
15:55 - Doss knew how to tie a double bowline knot when he was growing up on the farm. He used the knot to lower two soldiers at a time from Hacksaw Ridge.
51:27 Same Jay Same....this movie can make you realize just how powerful faith is. People make fun of Christians all the time in this country but men like Desmond show them just what they are dealing with. I am glad that you both loved this movie as I did. Desmond was a man to try to emulate for sure.
What's crazy to think about is how many generations were snuffed out in seconds when the fighting started. How many stories of heroes untold
Absolutely one of my favorite war movies. If you’re looking for something similar to this and ever want to do a miniseries you need to watch Band Of Brothers. It’s another true story from WW2 and you’ll get to follow them throughout the entire war. You’ll also get to see the real soldiers throughout it.
Another super brave American was famous actor audey Murphy who played in a ton of westerns before dying pretty young and wrote a book about ww2 called to hell and back and they made a movie about it and he played himself,they said it was really hard on him to relive those moments.if you look up his war history he has more medals than almost anyone in u.s military history and he doesn't look or act like a tough guy at all.thanks to everyone who served are great country and for keeping us safe.God bless!
OMG! This is one of the best movies you can watch! I couldn't stop crying toward the end of the film! Excellent choice!
I heard that the Japanese survivors said that they kept missing Desmond Doss so many times they believed there was something supernatural helping him. Don't know if that is true, but it's interesting if it is.
I appreciate this movie showed both sides of faith. Remember the mass rapes, executions of civilians, torture, beheading etc committed by the Japanese imperial army was also a religious belief. The emperors was a divine figure, a God, to almost all of the Japanese people. To see through that and act humanely meant defying not only your country and patriotism but Also your entire religion.
I think there were also some good and non brainwashed Japanese soldiers who when that saw an unharmed man treating wounded, well, they "missed."
So glad y'all chose this one to react to this special weekend..... Thank You! As hard as some of the scenes are hard to watch, it is definitely one of my favorites. To me Desmond, as well as others, was an angel on a special mission from God down to a time they were definitely needed. ❤ y'all.... & ❤ your shows.
Such an emotional movie to watch. God bless all of our veterans for serving, laying down your lives for us. I'm blubbering like a baby right now. I'm also, thinking about my grandfather in WWI, my dad WWII 90th. division, shock troop, Germany & France, my uncle WWII in Japan. Thank you. ❤
Nominated for 6 Oscars including Best Picture but won for Best Sound Mixing and Best Film Editing.
Oscars are worthless and not a great way to judge a movie or actors.
My cousin was drafted for Viet Nam . He said that he was a conscientous objector because he didn't want to kill anyone . Because he wasn't a Quaker or some other recognized pacifist group ,his request was denied ,but they agreed to let him be a medic . He was drafted as a Navy Corpsman ( medic ).He was attached to a Marine unit and sent to Viet Nam . He was wounded 3 times ,got three purple hearts .
the fact this movie didnt include the absolute crazy shit desmond doss did, this movie didn't show how injured he actually was, he bandaged himself up for an entire night while rescuing all of those men. he never stopped.
Great reaction, Jay and Amber! In memory of those lives lost in protecting our freedom, and to all of the veterans and their families who have served, THANK YOU for your service! ❤❤❤
The scene with the Japanese General stabbing himself is called "Seppuku" which is in Japanese culture known as "The Honorable Death". It is their way of keeping honor in the face of failure.
The scend also shows two sides of belief and faith.
This is my favorite war movie. I was so inspired by Desmond's story I went to his grave last year. Amazing human!
For those who don't know, Doss is buried in the National Cemetery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His grave gets a lot of visitors.
The Japanese soldier was a fierce, tenacious and ruthless enemy that would not surrender as it was cowardice to do so. Any American who surrendered was looked at as a coward and if they were allowed to live, treated harshly. The battles in the Pacific were way different than in Europe and Africa, usually very close quarters. As you saw the ships pounded the ridge with giant artillery munitions and the Japanese were safe deep in their tunnels. My great uncle was a medic in the Philippines and the few events he told me about were chilling. Thanks for sharing.
They also believed their emperor was divine, had no civilian conduct or rules against torture. Because 'God' told them to do it. Certainly contributed to the sheer carnage of the pacific, when not only your society but your faith tells you death or suicide. Faith can be misplaced.
This movie took his last combat engagement.
Scenes like this actually happened 3 times during the war.
At hacksaw he really pulled down over 100 men and 6 japanese soldiers, but when asked how many he brought down, he said "maybe 50?" So the army balanced it and credited him with 75.
Mel Gibson said, if I made a movie with what he really did, no one would believe it and everyone would call me a liar😊.
Kinda sad you left out your reaction to the best part when he told the major they were waiting for Doss t finish praying.
That to me was the WOW moment.
In the scene where they're learning to tie bowline knots, Vince Vaughn's "Good, private idiot." just kills me every time. xD
Thanks for this one! What is truly amazing is that they had to tone down all the heroism he did because they thought if they included everything it would be too unbelievable. Even though he really did those things It blows my mind every time I see this movie.
It's nice to know that a couple, as young as you are, can appreciate the sacrifice us combat veterans went through. Some of us still do.
What a great movie! An amazing true story, and definitely my favorite wartime movie!
Love that you said you wanted to be the flamethrower then you saw it explode then your face said maybe not.
You guys are fun to watch. Thanks for sharing you seem very caring and kind
A fellow who actually did carry a flamethrower in WWII in the Pacific was interviewed by Shawn Ryan. It can be found on TH-cam.
He actually saved 100 plus, but he refused to accept more than 75. And they left out a lot of the seriously insane or more insane things he did on the Ridge because they knew no one would believe it.
Yeah I remember reading about him right after the movie came out. Some of the stuff he did was flat out insane. They asked Mel Gibson why they left most of the other stuff out and he said “ no one would believe it”. I think I remember reading the actual number of people saved was closer to 125 but the Army and him agreed on 75 one because he refused credit for anymore and two the Army didn’t think anybody would believe it.
The army said 125, Doss said 50, so they split it
Can’t believe I had to scroll so far down to find this
At least the last two dozen of them he saved with the use of only one arm. His arm got injured and he put it into a sling just to keep going.
My father is a retired veteran. He may watch a new war movie when it comes out, but in general he's seen so much he doesn't like to see things that remind him of it. Always thankful for all service men and women.
It's beautiful to see this. I recommend watching Desmond's documentary. There's a lot more to this guy. The trials he went through were deeper. Mel Gibson said there wasn't enough time to cover all of this man's heroism. Audie Murphy was in my old division. He was a Metal Of Honor hero during WWII. I'm happy to say that Desmond was honored years after the war ended. Well deserved.
Thank you sincerely for your service. 🇺🇸
Mel Gibson movies are great and extremely violent and beautiful! Usually based on true events or true stories. Passion of the Christ, Braveheart, Once we were Soldiers, the Patriot. Doss actually saved many more guys and was put in for another CMH! Every unit he was attached to and prayed for was very successful. One time he forgot to pray and that unit got chewed up! Also watch a short video here about maybe the greatest soldier of all time, type in Roy Benevides the Lazarus Soldier! I met him once in the early 90s, when I was stationed at Bragg!
Please watch "All Quiet on the Western Front" (2022). Winner of 4 Oscars.
His father fought in WWI. And that was a really bad one. They’re all bad, but WWI, I think, was the pinnacle of tactics being far outstripped by technology. Some towns, especially in Britain, France, and Germany, lost entire generations of young men. It was so completely devastating.
Sabaton did a cover of Motorhead’s “1916” that you should listen to, even if you don’t do a reaction video. It’s another heartbreaker about WW1, but watch it until the ending.
I highly recommend the movie DOWNFALL from 2004.
My grandparents lived just 3 blocks from doss's childhood home, they said he was a humble young man❤
This is an incredible movie. The fact that it is based on a true story makes it even better. The fact that he goes into the thick of battle armed only with the desire to help his fellow man is the true mark of a Hero
Perfect choice for Memorial Day. I served during Desert Storm/Shield. Thank God that I never had to experience anything like this. I have unwavering respect for all of my fallen brothers and sisters. Great reaction. Thank you for allowing me to watch this with you. It is a tough watch, but so very important. The citations for Medals of Honor are online. If you want to know what true, selfless courage is, read a few of the citations.
Always such a genuine heartfelt reaction from both of you! My father was wounded on Iwo Jima when the Japanese faked a surrender. He never came back the same.
P.S. The movie “Unbroken” which is a true story as well is just as good!
The book that "Unbroken" is based on is even better than the movie. EXCELLENT!
There is an amazing documentary that shows an American Soldier and a Japanese Soldier meeting each other and going back to the tunnels on Hacksaw Ridge. They were obviously quite older and it is truly emotional. They were both young soldiers just doing what they were trained and told to do.
Another movie you should check out, Bridge Over the River Quai. Might have spelled that wrong. I guarantee you will be whistling along by the end. Even thinking about it and that song gets stuck in my head.
Fantastic film I have seen it many times. The stories of my grandfathers, father and uncles about war, let me know all the sacrifice given for freedom, even to this day. i wish more young people could understand the price paid for the freedom they have!! Thank you both very much and God bless you and family
Watch VICTORY already, with Sylvester Stallone, Michael Caine, Max Von Sydow and "King" Pelé, GREAT movie. Set in Europe during WWII but it's NOT a war movie, you'll like it.
Couldnt tell you how many times i have watched this movie about the Heros That gave us our freedom. Also my pop .Served 5 years in the jungle. Best man i ever Met.
This movie was directed by Mel Gibson. Another Great War movie that he did was The Patriot. He acts in that one along with a very young Heath Ledger
These are the type's of war movie's that need to be brought to life. No exaggeration or artistic liberties taken, nothing. 100% factual stories of the human toll both good and bad found amongst the horrors of war. God bless our veterans from the War of Independence through today. Honor and remember them all.