Heartbreak Ridge
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Heartbreak Ridge

Hard-nosed, hard-living Marine Gunnery Sergeant Tom Highway clashes with his superiors and his ex-wife as he takes command of a spoiled recon platoon ...with a bad attitude. Show More

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Heartbreak Ridge is a 1986 film that follows the story of Tom Highway, a highly decorated Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant. Highway, known for his no-nonsense attitude and bursts of violence, is close to retirement and is assigned to train a reconnaissance platoon at his old unit in Cherry Point, North Carolina.

However, Highway faces challenges from his superior officer, Major Malcolm Powers, who sees him as outdated and irrelevant in modern warfare. Additionally, his platoon consists of a group of undisciplined and unmotivated men who resent Highway's harsh training methods.

Things take a turn when the United States enters into war in Grenada. With combat becoming a reality, Highway's intense training and discipline become crucial for the platoon's survival. Throughout it all, Highway also attempts to reconnect with his ex-wife, Aggie, who is skeptical of their dysfunctional past and involved with another man who despises Marines.

Heartbreak Ridge highlights the struggles and triumphs of Highway as he fights to shape his ragtag platoon into a cohesive and efficient fighting force. The film explores themes of loyalty, resilience, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of military life and the realities of war.

Filled with intense action sequences, heartfelt moments, and a portrayal of the complexities of military life, Heartbreak Ridge is a compelling film that showcases the determination and sacrifice of soldiers in the face of adversity.

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Heartbreak Ridge

Release Date:

05 Dec 1986

Writers:

James Carabatsos, Dennis Hackin, Joseph Stinson

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 2 wins & 1 nomination total

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