Hearts and Minds

Peter Davis's powerful 1974 documentary on American military involvement in Vietnam.

Winner of 1975 Academy Award for best documentary.

Controversy of award because of film's anti-war message, and indictment of U.S. policy.

Use of filmed interviews with witnesses and participants in the conflict, and archival news footage and speeches.

Relies on voices of participants and images rather than running n

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