We Were Soldiers
Action, War
Paramount Pictures  (2002) 138 mins R

6.9 (34,510 votes)
Fathers. Brothers. Husbands & Sons.

Mel Gibson and Randall Wallace, the star and writer of Braveheart, reunite for this action packed war movie that features explosive battle sequences, thrilling aerial photography and unforgettable military heroes who fought for their country, their loved ones and their freedom.

The year is 1965 and America is at war with North Vietnam. Commanding the air cavalry is Lt. Col Hal Moore (Gibson), a born leader committed to his troops. His target: the la Drang Valley, called "The Valley of Death." As Moore prepares for one of the most violent battles in U.S. history, he delivers a strong promise to his soldiers and their families: "I will leave no man behind… dead or alive. We will all come home together."

This heroic story of commitment, courage and sacrifice also stars Madeline Stowe, Greg Kinnear, Sam Ell...

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Cast and Crew
Mel Gibson  ......  Lt. Col. Hal Moore
Greg Kinnear  ......  Maj. Bruce 'Snake' Crandall
Madeleine Stowe  ......  Julie Moore
Keri Russell  ......  Barbara Geoghegan
Sam Elliott  ......  Sgt. Maj. Basil Plumley
Chris Klein  ......  2nd Lt. Jack Geoghegan
Director  .....  Randall Wallace
Producer  .....  Randall Wallace; Bruce Davey; Eveleen Bandy; Stephen McEveety
Writer  .....  Randall Wallace; Harold G. Moore; Joseph L. Galloway
Notes
Goofs:
Continuity: When Moore is almost bayoneted, the opposing soldier is shot square in the forehead. When his body is shown later there are no visible wounds on his head. (more)

Trivia:
The French bugler shot in the beginning is writer/director Randall Wallace's real-life son. (more)

Filming Locations:
Castle Green - 99 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, California, USA (more)

Quotes:
[first lines]
French Captain: Anything?
French Lieutenant: No, Captain.
French Captain: Fucking heat. Fucking grass. Fucking country.
[Vietnamese bullet hits him in the head]
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Awards:
1 win & 5 nominations (more)