1. Vietnam War in American Film
Prior to the 1960s, war films did well at the box-office. ... However, the Vietnam War failed to provide the same stories of struggle and bravery that made films about World War I and World War II successful because the conflict lacked clear objectives and easily identified enemies. ... However, a film can be an excellent movie in spite of its use of myths and inaccuracies about the war and the soldiers. ... Disturbed by his homecoming, Michael returns to Vietnam to rescue his lost and insane friend Nick, now a traumatized drug-addict and professional on the Russian roulette circuit. ... Nic...
- Word Count: 3681
- Approx Pages: 15
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: Undergraduate