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The Conscientious Objector (2004)
Simple yet moving story of one man who had faith in his beliefs and the consequences resulting from that faith.
What you will learn in the first minutes is that the Army wanted Desmond Doss out, because of his unwillingness to touch a gun. But he knew he could and would be of service to his country and his fellow men. I think with good intentions his fellow privates and commanding officers, couldn't see what he could possibly contribute. They did their best to get rid of him. He could have taken the easy way out, but he was not to be shaken. Instead he served above and beyond and was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor--probably deserving the award as much as a man can deserve it. The story is incredible. The telling of it is more than competent. I'm recommending this documentary to everyone I know.
Dan in Real Life (2007)
Dan in Unreal Life
I think if the filmmakers were honest with themselves, they would admit that this movie is dishonest. The character's actions are not based on anything resembling true human emotions or motivations. Instead, characters often behave in a cute clever manner when it suits the storyline. Time and time again, well beyond what you'll find in any other routine flick, the actors are given words and deeds to create a fake moment and not something real. Dan, it's fair to say, is mistreated by his entire family. A family that is seemingly so loving that they force their son on a blind date and then make fun of the girl they've set him up with. Reading the comments which are strongly for or against, I hope if our society breaks down, that I might find myself on the side of those who see through this horrible film.