"Flags of Our Fathers" is a poignant war drama that brings to life the events surrounding one of the most iconic photographs in American history - the raising of the U.S. flag on Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima during World War II. The film is based on the 2000 book of the same name by James Bradley and Ron Powers, exploring the lives of three of the six surviving servicemen who took part in the historic flag-raising moment.
The cast features several talented actors, with Ryan Phillippe leading the way as John 'Doc' Bradley, a Navy Hospital Corpsman who tended to the wounded during the battle. Phillippe skillfully portrays Bradley's courage and compassion, bringing to life a character who embodies the spirit of selflessness that was so crucial during the war effort. Meanwhile, Jesse Bradford takes on the role of Pvt. Rene Gagnon, a Marine who played an integral part in the flag-raising and subsequently returned home as a hero. Bradford's portrayal of Gagnon captures the character's transformation from a young man eager to fight for his country to a survivor struggling to adjust to life after the war.
The third central character is Pvt. Ira Hayes, a Pima Native American and one of the flag-raisers, portrayed by Adam Beach. Hayes' story is perhaps the most heart-wrenching of the three, as he grapples with the aftermath of the war, including the loss of his fellow soldiers and his own struggle with alcoholism. Beach's nuanced performance brings depth and humanity to Hayes, reminding audiences of the immense sacrifices made by all servicemen during the war effort and the often overlooked struggles they faced upon returning home. Together, these performances and the rich, compelling narrative deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience that pays homage to the heroes of Iwo Jima and resonates deeply with viewers.
Main Cast of Flags of Our Fathers
Ryan Phillippe
Jesse Bradford
Adam Beach
John Benjamin Hickey
John Slattery
Barry Pepper
Jamie Bell
Paul Walker
Robert Patrick
Neal McDonough
Melanie Lynskey
Tom McCarthy
Chris Bauer
Secondary Cast of Flags of Our Fathers
Alessandro Mastrobuono
Matt Huffman
James Newman
Mark Thomason
Oliver Davis
Lisa Dodson
Jon Kellam
Denise Vlasis
Jenifer Menedis
Joie Shettler
Vivien Lesiak
Donn Emerson
Yukari Black
Jim Cantafio
Patrick New
Michael Canavan
Erica Grant
George Cambio
David S. Brooks
Daniel Forcey
Jeremy Merrill
John Maloney
Dick 'Skip' Evans
Karl Gulledge
Michael Ahl
Brian Eric Alexander
Martin Andris
David Block
Dale Caba
Brian Ceponis
Jean-Paul Chreky
Paul Fahrenkopf
Pamela Fischer
Reese Foster
Jason Frederick
Grétar Már Garðarsson
Katherine Hoskins Mackey
George Kardulias
Debbi Larkins
Halldór Magnússon
Jon Marshall
Theo Marshall
Matthew Schueller
Guðmundur Karl Sigurdórsson
Arne Starr
Vignir Jón Vignisson
Crew of Flags of Our Fathers
Full backstage crew list →- Released on October 19, 2006
- Part of Clint Eastwood's Iwo Jima Collection
