Johnny Got His Gun (1971)
Anno di uscita: 1971
Nazione: United States
Alternative Title: Johnny Vai à Guerra, Johnny s'en va-t-en guerre, Johnny cogió su fusil, Sotilaspoika, O Johnny pire t' oplo tou
Regista: Dalton Trumbo
Writer: Dalton Trumbo, Luis Buñuel
Produzione & Genere
Produttore: Producer: Bruce Campbell
Executive Producer: Tom Tryon
Società: World Entertainment
Budget: 1.000.000
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: amputation, anti war, blindness and impaired vision, deaf, deaf-mute, existence, experiment, infantry, mute, us army, world war i, wounded
Storia
The movie 'Johnny Got His Gun' tells the story of Joe, a young American infantry soldier during World War I. On the last day of the war, he is critically injured by a mortar shell explosion. He survives but is left in a fate worse than death - a quadruple amputee who has lost his arms, legs, eyes, ears, mouth, and nose. Despite this, Joe remains conscious and able to think. The film explores Joe's existence in the hospital bed as he relives his life through strange dreams and memories, unable to distinguish between reality and illusion. Frustrated by his situation, Joe eventually discovers a unique way to communicate with his caregivers.
Riassunto
Directed by Dalton Trumbo, 'Johnny Got His Gun' is a poignant anti-war drama set against the backdrop of World War I. The film adaptation is based on the novel of the same name written by Trumbo himself. It's notable for its graphic portrayal of Joe's injuries and the psychological torment he endures. Despite its controversial content, it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. The movie serves as a powerful commentary on the horrors and futility of war.
