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The Green Berets
1968·Movie
·2h 22min·G·
The Green Berets fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Nostalgia5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
War, politics, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and violent
Fast from start to finish.
The Green Berets is tense, violent, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumWar, politics, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around war, politics, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A special force in a special kind of hell!
Col. Mike Kirby picks two teams of crack Green Berets for two missions in South Vietnam. The first is to strengthen a camp that is trying to be taken by the enemy. The second is to kidnap a North Vietnamese General.
Vietnam WarPropagandaMilitary ActionPolitical CommentaryAmerican ExceptionalismWar FilmControversialTensionRealism
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Questions about The Green Berets
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Green Berets worth watching?
40
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 23%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Green Berets rated?
GViolence
It's rated G in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Green Berets?
2 h 22 min
The Green Berets runs 2 h 22 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Green Berets?
Critics23
Audiences59
Not quite. Audiences rate The Green Berets higher (59) than critics (23). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was The Green Berets a box office hit?
Budget$7 million
Box office$11 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.
What language is The Green Berets in?
EnglishDanishVietnameseGerman
It was made in English, with some Danish, Vietnamese, German. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Green Berets?
68
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+54GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Green Berets in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Green Berets use?
Artistic License – GeographyBeauty Equals GoodnessPromotion, Not PunishmentThe SquadThe Film of the SongRipped from the HeadlinesGatling GoodSpikes of DoomIn Name OnlyBlack-and-White MoralityThe ScroungerSociopathic Soldierand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for The Green Berets, including Artistic License – Geography, Beauty Equals Goodness, Promotion, Not Punishment.