Full Metal Jacket poster

Full Metal Jacket (1987)

"In Vietnam, the wind doesn't blow. It sucks."

8.119871h 57mEN
DramaWar

Directed by Stanley Kubrick

Rating

8.1/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

June 26, 1987

Director

Stanley Kubrick

Official Trailer

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Overview

A pragmatic U.S. Marine observes the dehumanizing effects the U.S.-Vietnam War has on his fellow recruits from their brutal boot camp training to the bloody street fighting in Hue.

Cast

Matthew Modine

Matthew Modine

Pvt. Joker

Adam Baldwin

Adam Baldwin

Animal Mother

Vincent D'Onofrio

Vincent D'Onofrio

Pvt. Pyle

R. Lee Ermey

R. Lee Ermey

Gny. Sgt. Hartman

Dorian Harewood

Dorian Harewood

Eightball

Kevyn Major Howard

Kevyn Major Howard

Rafterman

Arliss Howard

Arliss Howard

Pvt. Cowboy

Ed O'Ross

Ed O'Ross

Lt. Touchdown

John Terry

John Terry

Lt. Lockhart

Kieron Jecchinis

Kieron Jecchinis

Crazy Earl

Kirk Taylor

Kirk Taylor

Payback

Tim Colceri

Tim Colceri

Doorgunner

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Full Metal Jacket (1987), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A pragmatic U.S. Marine observes the dehumanizing effects the U.S.-Vietnam War has on his fellow recruits from their brutal boot camp training to the bloody street fighting in Hue.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Full Metal Jacket. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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