The Boys in Company C

"The Boys in Company C" is a 1978 war film that follows a group of young American Marine recruits through their basic training and subsequent deployment to the Vietnam War, depicting the harsh realities of combat and the psychological toll it takes on them, particularly focusing on their attempts to maintain sanity amidst the chaos and futility of the war, often finding solace in unexpected ways like a soccer match against a rival Vietnamese team that could potentially lead to a safer assignment behind the lines; the film is known for its realistic portrayal of the Vietnam War experience and features standout performances from actors like Stan Shaw and a then-unknown R. Lee Ermey as a drill instructor.