Movies like Heaven & Earth

This intense drama examines the effects of the Vietnam War on a group of friends from Pennsylvania. Like Heaven & Earth, The Deer Hunter delves into the human aspect of war and its effects back home.

This iconic film explores the darkness of the human soul through the backdrop of the Vietnam War. Those interested in the psychological turmoil of conflict, as depicted in Heaven & Earth, will find Apocalypse Now compelling.

Stanley Kubrick's Full Metal Jacket is a gritty and realistic portrayal of the Vietnam War experience, from the dehumanizing effects of military training to the chaos of combat. Its unflinching approach to war's brutality resonates with themes in Heaven & Earth.

Directed by Oliver Stone, Platoon is a harrowing depiction of the Vietnam War, focusing on a young soldier's experience on the ground. Fans of Heaven & Earth will appreciate the authentic portrayal of war's impact on individuals.

Another of Oliver Stone's Vietnam War trilogy, Born on the Fourth of July tells the story of Ron Kovic, a Vietnam War veteran dealing with the war's aftermath. Similar to Heaven & Earth, it explores the war's personal and global consequences.

We Were Soldiers portrays the Battle of Ia Drang, focusing on the soldiers and their leader, as well as the impact of the battle on their families. Similar to Heaven & Earth, it deals with both the battlefield and its extended effects.

Casualties of War tells a harrowing true story of kidnap, rape, and murder during the Vietnam War. The film's exploration of moral dilemmas and war crimes echoes the complex themes in Heaven & Earth.

Coming Home focuses on the war's effect on relationships and the challenges veterans face when returning from Vietnam. Its character-driven narrative complements the personal stories in Heaven & Earth.