Approval
Additionally, Wayne received approval from President Lyndon. B Johnson when making and releasing this film. Moreover, the theme of this film is entirely in favor of the US’s involvement in the Vietnam War.
Approval
Not Received Well
Although the film had the President’s approval, it wasn’t received well by critics. The New York Times reporter Renata Adler stated that the film couldn’t have done a greater disservice to Vietnam nor the soldiers who served in the war.
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Not Received Well