Full Metal Jacket

Name: Full Metal Jacket
Director: Stanley Kubrick
Genre: Drama, War
Released: 1987-01-01
Duration: 117 min
Rating: 8.1
Cast: Matthew Modine, Adam Baldwin, Vincent D'Onofrio, R. Lee Ermey, Dorian Harewood

1987Dir. Stanley Kubrick1h 57m

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Runtime1h 57m

Released1987

Budget$30M

Box office$46.4M

DirectorStanley Kubrick

About This Movie

Full Metal Jacket is a film that really digs into the grit of war and the psychological toll it takes. The contrast between the brutal boot camp and the chaos of Vietnam is striking. Kubrick's direction is meticulous, capturing the cold, mechanical nature of military life. The performances, especially R. Lee Ermey as the drill sergeant, stick with you—his intensity is unsettling yet captivating. The film's pacing can feel disjointed at times, which adds to the feeling of fragmentation in the soldiers' experiences. It's interesting how Kubrick uses practical effects and real locations to ground the story, giving it a raw authenticity that resonates. The themes of dehumanization and identity are presented without any sugarcoating, making it a tough watch but one that lingers.

Released by Warner Bros. in 1987Shot in England and Vietnam for authenticityFeatures a mix of practical effects and striking visualsR. Lee Ermey improvised much of his dialogue