Manisha Das

Must-See War Movies For Film Enthusiasts

Saving Private Ryan (1998)

Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film is renowned for its realistic portrayal of WWII, particularly the D-Day invasion at Normandy.

Apocalypse Now (1979)

A Vietnam War epic directed by Francis Ford Coppola, exploring the madness of war through the journey of Captain Willard.

Full Metal Jacket (1987)

Stanley Kubrick's film that provides a gritty look at the Vietnam War, focusing on the dehumanizing effects of military training and combat.

Black Hawk Down (2001)

A depiction of the U.S. military's 1993 raid in Mogadishu, Somalia, highlighting the chaos and challenges faced by soldiers.

Dunkirk (2017)

Christopher Nolan's masterful retelling of the Dunkirk evacuation during WWII, showcasing the event from land, sea, and air perspectives.

Platoon (1986)

Oliver Stone’s semi-autobiographical film about his experiences in Vietnam, focusing on the moral complexities faced by soldiers.