The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

The Soul of War: Making 'Hacksaw Ridge'

2017•1h 10m•8.3/10

Documentary

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8.3/10(28)

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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Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfield

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Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson

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Sam Worthington

Sam Worthington

Self

Teresa Palmer

Teresa Palmer

Self

Hugo Weaving

Hugo Weaving

Self

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