Hacksaw Ridge (2016)

Based on the 2004 documentary The Conscientious Objector, Hacksaw Ridge is a 2016 historical war film directed by Mel Gibson and written by Andrew Knight and Robert Schenkkan. The film follows Desmond Doss, an American pacifist combat medic who refused to carry or use any weapon or firearm during World War II because he was a Seventh-day Adventist Christian. During the Battle of Okinawa, Doss became the first conscientious objector to be awarded the Medal of Honor for service above and beyond the call of duty.

Hacksaw Ridge was well-received by critics, with Gibson's directing and Garfield's acting receiving special mention. It was largely regarded as a comeback for Gibson, whose career had been in the fall as a result of many issues surrounding the filmmaker. At the 89th Academy Awards, the picture got six nominations. It was also got Golden Globe nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor.

Detailed Information:

Directed by: Mel Gibson

Starring: Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Luke Bracey, Teresa Palmer

Release dates: September 4, 2016 (Venice)/November 3, 2016 (Australia)/November 4, 2016 (United States)
Running time: 139 minutes