15. Full Metal Jacket (1987)

Stanley Kubrick's Full Metal Jacket is a scathing commentary on the dual nature of war: the dehumanizing process in boot camp and the moral maelstrom of combat. The first half throws the audience into a grueling boot camp overseen by R. Lee Ermey's unforgettable Drill Sergeant Hartman. The second half takes place during the Vietnam War, as Private Joker, played by Matthew Modine, struggles with the psychological toll of violence. Kubrick's brutal direction and satire bring out the absurdity of war. By 2024, its message on military conditioning remains relevant; the film inspires discussions on the long-term psychological impact on veterans.
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