Courtney B. Vance’s performance felt inconsistent; at times he seemed to be portraying someone who was overtly political and prejudiced, then suddenly displaying genuine concern for others, only to revert back to a focus on race, and then again demonstrating empathy. It seemed as though he struggled to maintain a consistent character arc, giving the impression of shifting perspectives abruptly. However, aside from…

Overlooked and overshadowed by more celebrated films like *Platoon* and *Full Metal Jacket*, *Hamburger Hill* deserves recognition as a film with its own merits. Director John Irvin and writer James Carabatsos handle the subject matter with a disarmingly straightforward and compassionate perspective, allowing audiences insight into the thoughts of American soldiers experiencing life in Vietnam before an attack on a s…