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:

  • Yusuf Castro
    Great concept, poorly executed. There were too many plot holes, and the ending felt rushed.
    Rating: 2.5

  • Ariella May
    A solid, enjoyable film. The performances were good, though it didn't really break new ground.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Briggs Perez
    An engaging and well-paced thriller. The twists were well-executed, keeping me hooked throughout.
    Rating: 4

  • Darwin Merritt
    An intense thriller that kept me guessing until the very end. Definitely worth a watch.
    Rating: 4

  • Athena Newton
    The perfect blend of action, humor, and heart. One of the best movies I've seen in years.
    Rating: 5