This week on Forgotten Cinema, the Mikes are shipping out to the Gulf War... but not exactly going into battle. Mike Field and Mike Butler are diving into "Jarhead" (2005), directed by Sam Mendes and starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Peter Sarsgaard, and Jamie Foxx.

Field and Butler discuss how "Jarhead" subverts expectations for a war film by focusing not on combat, but on the psychological toll of not fighting. With standout performances and striking cinematography, this one lingers long after the credits roll. But does its introspective take hold up after nearly two decades? Let's grab our gear and find out.

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0:00 - Introduction

2:45 - Film Facts

13:52 - Film Discussion

39:40 - Reviews

49:23 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

53:14 - Why Is This Forgotten?

56:00 - Plugs

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