> There's a real question as to whether war ought to be shown in all its gory
"It is almost impossible to produce antiwar films or documentaries that also present images of battle. It is like trying to condemn pornography while showing erotic love scenes. The prurient fascination with violent death always overpowers the message. War has become part of the modern industrial landscape. Indeed, its tools are often the cutting edge of technology." - from Chris Hedges' "War is a Force that Gives Us Meaning"
Great speech here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2SaM8RJ30c