Hacksaw Ridge is a war drama film based on the true story of Desmond Doss, a pacifist medic who served in World War II without carrying a weapon 🩹⚔️. Set during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, the movie follows Doss (Andrew Garfield) as he enlists despite his father’s (Hugo Weaving) PTSD from WWI and his own moral opposition to violence 💔🛡️. Bullied by fellow soldiers for refusing to handle a gun, he faces court-martial but insists on serving as a medic, driven by his faith ⛪💪.
On Hacksaw Ridge, a steep cliffside battlefield, Doss’s unit is ambushed, leaving many wounded and stranded 🏔️💥. While others retreat, he stays behind, single-handedly rescuing over 75 soldiers under heavy fire, repeating, “Lord, just let me get one more” 🔥🙏. His courage inspires even his skeptical comrades, and he later returns to the ridge to save more lives despite being wounded himself 🛠️❤️🩹.
The film blends gritty war realism with themes of faith, courage, and the power of compassion 🌟. Directed by Mel Gibson, it highlights Doss’s unwavering conviction and became a symbol of hope amid brutality, winning multiple awards for its intense storytelling and emotional depth 🏆.