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From Boot Camp to Battlefield: Full Metal Jacket Revisited

From Boot Camp to Battlefield: Full Metal Jacket Revisited

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In this episode, we take on Stanley Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket, a searing portrait of the Vietnam War and the ways it strips soldiers of their humanity. From the relentless brutality of boot camp under Gunnery Sergeant Hartman to the chaos of combat, the film offers an unflinching look at the psychological cost of war.


We’ll explore the film’s unforgettable performances, iconic lines, and the split structure that makes it stand apart from other war movies. Whether you’re revisiting a classic or seeing it for the first time, this episode digs into why Full Metal Jacket remains one of Kubrick’s most powerful works.

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