Love and Honor (2013)

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When a young soldier in Vietnam gets dumped by his hometown girl, he and his best friend decide to go AWOL and return to the States to win her back.

Main Plot
"Love and Honor" is a 2013 war drama movie that checks out the styles of love, commitment, and the guts to represent what is right. Directed by Danny Mooney, the movie is set versus the backdrop of the Vietnam War and informs the story of a young soldier named Dalton Joiner, played by Liam Hemsworth.

Setting and Characters
In the film, the year is 1969 and Dalton is serving in Vietnam along with his buddy, Mickey Wright (Austin Stowell). Throughout a week-long leave, Dalton gets a heartbreaking letter from his girlfriend Jane (Aimee Teegarden), who is back home in the US and has chosen to end their relationship.

Return to America
Figured out to win her back, Dalton encourages Mickey to go AWOL with him and they go back to the United States. Mickey, though reluctant at first, concurs in hopes of discovering some respite from the scaries of the war. They discover Jane in Ann Arbor, Michigan, a college town stuffed with anti-war demonstrations. Unbeknownst to Dalton, Jane has actually altered considerably. She's dropped her old name, now identifies as an anti-war hippie and goes by "Juniper". Jane/ Juniper lives with a group of like-minded protesting fellows, including Candace (Teresa Palmer), whom Mickey finds himself drew in to.

Covert Identities and Unfolding Drama
To fit in and prevent being reported as deserters, Dalton and Mickey claim they are deserting the war, attracting the attention and appreciation of the regional community. Dalton attempts to reconnect with Jane, while Mickey discovers himself succumbing to Candace. Nevertheless, they understand that staying with their produced stories might have heavier effects than they at first thought.

Choices and Love Triangles
There are certain twists and turns as relationships establish and unravel. Both Dalton and Jane discover brand-new elements about each other and their point of views. Meanwhile, Mickey and Candace's relationship blooms quick however deals with obstacles due to their various viewpoints. The love triangle is complicated even more by the pressure of the anti-war movement, the looming draft lotto, and the love both men still have for their nation.

Climax
The climax of "Love and Honor" falls on the day of the pivotal draft lottery game. Dalton is forced to reveal his deceptiveness to save Mickey, who has actually won the affections of the activist crowd. This produces a rift in between the two buddies. However, after some extreme confrontations and realizations, they both choose to return to Vietnam and meet their responsibility.

Conclusion
The psychological end shows Dalton and Mickey back in Vietnam, closer than ever. Despite their differences and the turmoil, their bond stays unshaken. As for their romantic relationships, Dalton parts from Jane with a sense of closure, while Mickey and Candace promise to wait on each other. Through its story, "Love and Honor" depicts the balance of representing individual beliefs while honoring dedications, all involved an engaging romance.

Top Cast

  • Liam Hemsworth (small)
    Liam Hemsworth
    Mickey Wright
  • Austin Stowell (small)
    Austin Stowell
    Dalton Joiner
  • Teresa Palmer (small)
    Teresa Palmer
    Candace
  • Aimee Teegarden (small)
    Aimee Teegarden
    Juniper / Jane
  • Chris Lowell (small)
    Chris Lowell
    Peter
  • Wyatt Russell (small)
    Wyatt Russell
    Topher
  • Max Adler (small)
    Max Adler
    Burns
  • Chris Newman (small)
    Chris Newman
    LT. Johnson