A man approaching another man in shame and asking for forgiveness is one of the most honorable things a man can do

16 million Americans served in the military during WW2, but there was only one Desmond Doss, one conscientious objector who got the Medal of Honor, that's how rare he was, 1 in 16 million

If this were just a film it would still be great, but to know it's based on real events just makes it that much more amazing

Perfect representation of “Actions speak louder than words” Desmond Doss was a true hero, A legend if you will.

It's crazy to think that they even "dumbed down" his feats in the movie. I remember reading somewhere that the producers believed that no one would take the movie seriously if they actually included all of them. Because it was just so unbelievable what he did throughout it all.

"...and I hope one day you can forgive me." That brings a tear to my eye every time.

Andrew Garfield should have won an Oscar for this

You know when the Captain called him "Desmond" and "soldier" that's the time Doss gained the capt's respect. Good ass movie

I believe it was the sniper scene at the beginning that was added to replace something even more unbelievable, if I remember right he took a shot to the left arm that shattered all of it's bones and continued his job, Mel Gibson thought it was TOO heroic and audiences wouldn't believe it

When he got the last man down and he was standing there in a sort of shock. He was breathing rarified air. He'd just gone through the most adrenaline fueled fight of his life and nearly been killed a dozen times. He was completely in the medics zone after a battle. I'm a retired US Army disabled veteran. I'm here because a medic responded to the cries of MEDIC!!! I will never forget that. I was laying in mud, bleeding & scared. I heard the call go down the line, MEDIC!!! Then, the Medic came, and I can't tell you how much that calmed me down. He soon had me on a stretcher and evacuated me to the nearest aid station where I was later medivaced by helicopter to an Army hospital. God bless the Medics! It's been 52 years, and I still see that medic coming towards me with his medics bag in his hand. I'm still here because him & God. Also, thanks to the medical doctor's & nurse's who put me back together.

I had no idea Vince Vaughn could act this well. I'd love to see him in more roles like this.

One thing I always liked about this scene is a leader knowing when to take a step down. He stood as a man, and a leader and letting Desmond know his was wrong right to his face. But lowered his position to speak with him rather than to him.

Desmond Doss held no grudges against Capt. Glover for all the mean things he said and did to him.

Desmond Doss was a true hero, someone who walked into combat without a weapon and risked his life to save others.

“Lord, help me get one more.” And so he did. It was not just “one more”, the man had a life, a family, a wife, he had people waiting for him at home. For Doss it were just 100 times “one more” but imagine that one more being you. Those hundred men could return home, live 100 lives, they had a life. All thanks to him.

“Let’s get this SOLDIER to a hospital bed right now.” That always brings a tear to my eyes.

By the time Doss got to Okinawa he had already been awarded two Bronze Star Medals with a "V" device, for exceptional valor, in aiding wounded soldiers under fire. One on Guam and one in the Philippines.

That moment too when you realize most of that blood washing off Desmond in the shower isn’t even his

I love the looks of respect that all the men give him as he passes by. Combine that with the words and apology of the officer makes it amazing. It truly shows the emotion and respect of his heroism and the strength of his faith.

Him surviving the way he did, saving that many men. Whether you're religious or not... that was a miracle. That whole battlefield was a hellhole. He managed to not only survive it, but maneuver it and save all those men at the same time. Had he made just a few different decisions that would've been his death and that's out of hundreds of decisions while he was up there. Out of millions of outcomes, he hit the jackpot... that's what I mean by miracle.

I used to live in Okinawa near where that battle took place! That ground is made of coral which is like crawling on razor blades. After falling and skinning my knee, I had a LOT more respect for what those soldiers went through just being there! So much in this movie they didn't say otherwise nobody wouldn't have believed the story!

"They ain't gonna go up there without you..." In other words, 'they know it's hell and won't go without a saint like you.' Can say what you want, but in the tough times is when men believe what society calls unbelievable. And it saves their lives.

Desmond Doss is the epitome of a true warrior. He doesn't kill, or even inflict any harm at all, but he's still a warrior. One ready and willing to lay down his life for his fellow man and crawl through Hell on Earth to save one more person.

4:27 when the squadmate put his hand on Doss’s cheek, it’s genuinely so touching. Because Doss can FINALLY let his guard down. You see him lean into the touch and he is so relieved.

I'm 71, and watching this movie made me even more proud of my dad who was part of the greatest generation and wounded during WW2.

Something I love about this scene isn't just that he admits he was wrong or that the entire company is now behind him not wanting to go back up without him, it's that despite all his hatred of him up until that moment, despite the situation they're currently in, he still remembers it's his sabbath and asks his permission about it.

This scene always gets me. His intensity when he reacts to the soldier touching his shoulder. He's still "switched on" and he's gradually coming down. Undoubtedly having everyone's respect. Because they didn't know the hero they were mocking before.

Such an incredible and inspirational story. Major props to the great portrayal by Andrew Garfield.

The best part is they had to tone his heroism in the movie because in real life he was captain america level.

Truly amazing what Doss did. The movie credits him with saving around 75 men, but I read somewhere the number was even higher, around 125-130. They dropped it down to around 75 because Doss didn't want to be acknowledged with more.

If more men were like Desmond Doss, this world would be a better place.

What a powerful film. So many men made Doss' life in the military difficult. They believed that the ability to handle a gun and kill is what made a good soldier. But Doss held no grudges, and proved them all wrong; a good soldier is a man who puts his life on the line constantly in service of his brothers. In that regard, he is exemplary.

The moment where the adrenaline runs out and the other soldiers catch him, that is the most beautiful moment of the film for me. How this isnt top 10 of all films ever is a travesty

It made me cry... I served 20 years in the Army, combat, etc. - I was unfortunately like the rest of those men - He was a real Soldier. Respect.

ngl that shower had to feel good

Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for his brother. Desmond Doss is the embodiment of that statement.

Watched this scene several times, still brings a tear to my eye

Fun fact: He saved way more ppl than they show in the movie, but it would be too unbelievable for the audience if they showed it.

I got a chance to meet him in highschool he came to talk to us a humble old gray hairs man that was a bigger bad ass than most men will ever be. That few minutes I got to speak with him lingers on my memories he could have been my grandfather the way he spoke. Thank you sir for your service and all the men you saved

People like him are rare.

One of my neighbors and best friend was a man named Russell Dunham a 3rd division infantry sergeant from North Africa to Berlin. He got his Medal of Honor for action in France. Russ and Des became great friends in the Medal of Honor Society. 1961 Russ and Audie Murphy examined all 300 holders of the CMH still surviving from all the wars from Spanish American to 1961 and made a report to the society that they felt Desmond Doss deserved to be the Society's representative to the President on the 100th anniversary of the Medal of Honor. Someone said "Audie, you got the most medals you just take it." Murphy's reply was "I'm proud of my accomplishments but me and Russ we recommend our buddy Desmond." Russ always said "they gave him the Medal of Honor because they did not have anything bigger to give him; if they did have something bigger he would have got that Medal." When Doss died in about '06 Russ had a hard time with the loss of his friend. My buddy passed in '09.

This scene just pulls at your heart...strings...the tears just flow....Our greatest generation...!!!

If we had 1% of the bravery, determination, and faith that Desmond Doss had on Hacksaw Ridge think what this world could be like. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you"

despite the tactically unrealistic battle scenarios and the over exaggeration of the scale and largeness of the ridge, the movie still portrayed its point across beautifully (edit: people don't seem to get I was talking about the size of the location where it took place was exaggerated, not desmond doss's actions)

Watched this scene several times, still brings a tear to my eye. This scene just pulls at your heart...strings...the tears just flow....Our greatest generation...!!!.

Doss.. A Legend, and Real Life Hero! One of the few Noblest and Honourable people in the last few Centuries! 🛡️ 🗡️

A man who went to war without shooting or killing a human but choose to save men. That courageous

Really great shot at 6:10. Doss in front of the church holding his bible while the captain stands in front of the military tents holding his rifle, both sides split up by one column. It shows two man from two different beliefs who are stuck in the same situation coming together. The captain realizing that the power of God is equally important as the power of military equipment

"They're not going up there without you." God level for us petty humans.

They don't believe the same way you do. But they believe in how much YOU believe. And they're not going up there without you. 😭❤️‍🔥

In the final charge of the movie, the men did so knowing that they had their own guardian angel there to protect them the entire time.

One of the greatest feats in human history...and the fact they took out some parts of his story because directors knew the viewers wouldn't take it as a real event also says a lot

I think one of my favorite scenes from this movie is when Doss is hanging off the cliff, fully exposed, and every man left in his unit is covering him from the ground.

Desmond Doss defined courage and heroism. He served with the purpose of saving lives instead of taking lives. He saved the lives of 75 fellow soldiers all without having any weapon. That's the true definition of heroism.

Desmond Doss was and will forever remain one of my, if not my all time hero...a true believer in his faith and when he asked, God delivered....I'm humbled by his bravery, his upstanding & upholding of his beliefs even though he was mocked, ridiculed and outcast....you only need refer to so many bible passages to see just how much of an amazing man he was. Most have never even heard of him, many nowadays even portray their heroes based on minimal actions but heroism comes in many forms, big and small. But Desmond Doss was empowered by his belief in God and God gave him the strength to carry out one of the most bravest acts of valor ever. Incredible brave young man....now sitting firmly by God's side, finally home xxx

The fact they had to tone down Doss’ actions

Garfield did a terrific job in this amazing film with such a great story that was true !!!

He may say he's not wounded but he was. The wounds you take to your brain, soul, and emotions are the worst kinds of wounds. Unlike a physical wound, mental ones do not scar. They just remain a constant.

absolute best part of the movie and shows who Doss was . God bless

Reminder that Desmond Doss was such a devout, brave and caring man, that his true actions and bravery had to be toned down for this movie, genuinely He was such a living saint and miracle that those in the studio believed an honest recounting would be viewed with skepticism, for how could one man survive through and do so so much, they didn’t believe he would be seen as human Well he was, and he was even greater than portrayed That is the power of faith, and kindness, and sheer will That was the real Desmond Doss.

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I can't remember how many times I've watched this movie, totally in awe of Desmond Doss and his steadfast resolve to who he was as a person. Rest in peace ❤

Action,drama, comedy, history, romance, horror (of war) in one movie. Plus the superb acting and life lessons. Truly a classic movie.

4:10 A very nice detail. During the withdrawal from a full-blown adrenaline rush, you will feel the sheer weight of exhaustion your body had to pile up when you were fighting/rescuing.

To those who don't lnow, The story of Desmond is even more insane than the film, they had to dumb down the events because what he actually did was even more INSANE

Doss was the embodiment of " The Lord's work must be done. " Also, to the sergeant that apparently was indeed like that? You gotta imagine this. He was on a LARGE dose of morphine, being dragged roughly over incredibly bumpy terrain as fast Doss could manage and he is landing the shots that would save Doss from being hit, or to keep Japanese soldiers in cover to prevent them from popping out and hitting Doss. This feat is even more inspiring when you realize Doss's diet was so poor in the military because they didn't have a bunch of rations that had food he could eat. He looked like a malnourished skeleton of a man during this battle... and saved all of those lives, even returning a few bodies despite not needing to do so. Bodies of people he didn't want eaten by rats and maggots. Men he considered friends. Doss is the epitome of a man. He wasn't a pacifist because he wanted to feel better. He wasn't a pacifist because " That's what the Bible says. " ( Nothing truly forbids Christians from taking up arms in defense of a home. Many times God had Christians fight in battles that should have been absolute losses and the Christians would overcome horrible odds. ) - Doss did it because he objected to violence as a principle, not for some attention, not because it satisfied his ego. He promised to the highest power he knew of, God... and he kept it. He kept his word to God and God in turn gave him his protection. Doss is more man than any of us ever will be. More of a faithful Christian than many of us could hope to be. If anybody made it to Heaven, it's Doss. I hope I get to see him there and shake his hand if I manage.

I was looking for a war movie and thank you for showing it, I watched it yesterday

When I was in boot camp, a few of us guys stayed back and didn’t goto church. One of our drill instructors explained to us.. when you’re getting shot at, or you see someone’s arm blown off… you’re not going to cry out for your mom, your brother, dad, etc… you are going to be screaming and praying for Gods help.. I went to church that following Sunday. I’ve dedicated my life to God since then.

it takes humility and courage to admit being wrong and apologizing

The way those men looked at desmond coming down that hill was like watching Jesus return from the dead. Real heroes are born not made and desmond will truly be remembered as a real hero.

With Doss's bravery and his commitment to serve his country, he boosted his entire soldiers' moral and made them felt like each one had the strength of 100 men each. He gave the men zero fear of death and the hope they'll go back home once the war is done.

I've never seen this film but now I am encouraged to do so. That is an amazing sequence. If it was a real event I hope the soldier got a Congressional Medal of Honor.

Cried like a baby during this scene. The clip should have included the Captain being requested to go to the medical tent to see all of the men Doss brought down to give the scene more perspective though.

I have never been one for war movies but this one I never get tired of RIP...and thank you

My former roommate in the 90s was a medic during Vietnam. He shared some stories of his experiences while serving there. Watching this movie reminded me of my friend, Steve S. R.I.P. For he was a hero to many as a medic.

Considering how lean Doss is, Its really impresssive how fast Doss dragged Sgt Howell.

Now he was given the respect he so deserved, a wonderful soldier for God. ❤❤

A person who goes into a hellish battle, armed only with his faith and resolve is no coward. He's the bravest of all.

The most respected medic ever

I’ve never watched this movie but I’ve watched many clips and this scene is so intense

We were all wrong about Andrew Garfield….he is a great dude….I would even say….an AMAZING dude

A friend recommended this movie to me and I thought it'll be like any other war movie. I was wrong. There is something about this little video, celebrating kindness and conviction. Most importantly the humanity in horrific circumstances like war. Desmond Doss...what a spirit.

Ran head first into Hell, looked the devil in the eye and said you can not have them.

The most shocking part about this movie was, when you pause the movie in the middle to google if it was true (since so unbelievable) and you find out that the movie wasn't even close to how unbelievable it really was. On top of that, Mel Gibson (the director) admitted the story was too unbelievable to put on screen... For those who did not do research, he did similar things MULTIPLE times during the pacific theater... 😎

The way those men looked at him in that medical tent is moving. People might say there are no men like that anymore. When you should consider, he seemed to be the only man like him there. They always exist. Faith or no faith. Cause or no cause. Belief or lack of it. They do exist. They are only rare because their chances of sacrifice are never always offered. There are no more of them then than there are now. Just less opportunities. We should be thankful for that.

the amazing thing is they dialled Doss's actions down for the film as they felt the true heroics wouldn't be believed.

Was lucky enough to have Doss sign my church program. My dad worked with him in the Seventh day Adventist southern conference.

Only time he used his gun was as a stick lol. You know he got hazed for days. Much love Doss. Rest in peace.

This movie still gives me chills.

Doss didn't get a wink of sleep because he stayed up all night praying to god to save 1 more

That scream he makes while dragging his commander, that's when he hit 100% effort and kept giving more than he was ever asked to give. That's the mark of a great man

It's even more amazing that there's a Steam rare achievement in Hell Let Loose called Just One More. As a medic you have to save so many people to get it.

Props the sgt for hitting moving targets with a grease gun while moving

When you get recognized as the best healer on the server.

Nothing like the moment you earn someone's respect.

An incredible movie about a truly incredible man.

“A true warrior doesn’t need a sword”

Doss is the embodiment of "I have no enemies"

My all-time favorite war flick of all time. Plus the fact that its based from real events. 🔥

no matter what religion you subscribe to, I think we can all agree Desmond Doss earned his place in eternal peace