Full Metal Jacket

IN VIETNAM, THE WIND DOESN'T BLOW. IT SUCKS.

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.

Director: Stanley Kubrick
Cast: Matthew Modine , Adam Baldwin , Vincent D'Onofrio , R. Lee Ermey , Dorian Harewood , Kevyn Major Howard , Arliss Howard , Ed O'Ross , John Terry , Kieron Jecchinis

Genres: Drama , War

Release date: 1987-06-26

Rating: 8.119

Runtime: 117minutes

Budget: 30M

Revenue: 46M

Production Companies: Natant , Stanley Kubrick Productions , Warner Bros. Pictures

Reviews:

  • Estella Ayers
    Way too long and dragged out. It had potential, but it lost me halfway through.
    Rating: 2

  • Kelvin Wiley
    A touching and heartfelt movie. The performances felt genuine, and the story was beautiful.
    Rating: 4.5

  • Brendan McCann
    Surprisingly good! I didn't expect much, but the twists and emotional depth really pulled me in.
    Rating: 4

  • Cecilia Friedman
    A visual spectacle with an epic storyline. The special effects were mind-blowing.
    Rating: 4.5

  • Jesus Blair
    A gripping story with strong performances. The ending was a bit predictable, but overall a great watch.
    Rating: 4