Napalm

About This Movie

So, 'Napalm' is this raw documentary from 1967 by Don Lenzer, capturing some really visceral reactions from locals in Redwood City, CA, about the napalm plant operating nearby during the Vietnam War. It's not polished, more like a direct window into the tensions of the time. The pacing feels a bit uneven, but that just adds to the authenticity, you know? There’s a mix of interviews and protest footage that really conveys the uncertainty and anger folks felt. The practical effects—if you can call them that—are just the real-life implications of war, which makes it all the more striking. You see these people's lives intersecting with broader themes of war and protest, and it’s just a fascinating slice of history.

Captures local reactions to warRaw, unfiltered styleInteresting historical document