Movies like Gardens of Stone

The Deer Hunter is a character-driven story that, like Gardens of Stone, deals with the effects of the Vietnam War on American soldiers and their communities, threading themes of friendship, trauma, and the struggles of returning to civilian life.

Though more surreal and bombastic than Gardens of Stone, Apocalypse Now shares the backdrop of the Vietnam War, presenting a harrowing descent into madness that reveals the brutal consequences of the conflict.

Stanley Kubrick's Full Metal Jacket portrays the dehumanizing effects of military training and the Vietnam War, mirroring the emotional and psychological challenges faced by soldiers that are also central to the narrative in Gardens of Stone.

Offering an intense and personal experience of the Vietnam War, Platoon follows a young soldier's journey, much like Gardens of Stone's exploration of the human elements of war. Directed by Oliver Stone, this movie digs into the moral ambiguity and the psychological stress of combat.

Another Oliver Stone creation, Born on the Fourth of July echoes themes of war's impact on soldiers with its raw portrayal of a paralyzed Vietnam War vet returning home. It's a profound narrative of transformation and adjustment to a changed America.

Casualties of War can resonate with Gardens of Stone's audience through its depiction of moral crises during wartime, as it examines the boundaries pushed in the extreme conditions of war, focusing on a kidnapping incident during the Vietnam War.

Exploring similar issues as Gardens of Stone, Coming Home focuses on the difficulties faced by veterans and their families. It’s a compelling drama about love, loss, and the haunting impact of war.

In Country, like Gardens of Stone, explores the aftershock of the Vietnam War on American soldiers and their families. It's a deep dive into the lasting effects of war and the pursuit of healing and understanding.