Vietnam (1987)

In the throbbing heart of the 1960s and early 1970s, Vietnam takes center stage as a riveting and soul-stirring TV mini-series, embarking on a potent exploration of Australia's contentious participation in a war perceived to be America's war. The series dexterously weaves the tale of the Goddards, an ordinary Australian family, whose lives are fundamentally transformed by the arrival of conscription. With twelve thousand young Australians conscripted and five hundred never returning, the series paints a poignant picture of the domestic impact of the war. Vietnam's narrative is brought to life through the eyes of a young woman, portrayed by Nicole Kidman, who morphs into a fervent anti-war activist as she witnesses the horrifying realities of the conflict in Vietnam. As the series unfolds, it exposes the changing tide of Australian sentiment towards the war, mirroring the shift from initial acceptance to growing protest as the war escalates and casualties mount. The series masterfully captures the raw images of war that were impossible to ignore on television screens across Australia, catalyzing a seismic shift in public opinion. As the Goddards grapple with the war's intrusion into their lives, the series delves deep into the chasm of their familial bonds, on the brink of rupture. Amidst the backdrop of an increasingly dehumanizing war, Vietnam offers a gripping portrayal of a nation and a family at war, about to be torn apart.

Vietnam is a drama movie featuring Todd Boyce and directed by Chris Noonan.

Vietnam is currently streaming on Filmin.