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Mel Gibson returns with “Hacksaw Ridge”

Writing for Aletia, film critic David Ives describes how Hacksaw Ridge’s battle scenes are harrowing, not shying away from the blood, gore and horrific realities of war – but this gritty realism only reinforces the power of Desmond’s actions. Despite these challenges scenes, this is an immensely entertaining film that leaves viewers considering their own convictions.