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AKM · 03-20-2007, 01:21 PM

And no, I'm not talking about those who went to boot camp in SD.

I just watched DOOM yesterday evening (not a high priority as you can tell) and damnit, why can't a director at least TALK to a Marine if he's gonna have "Marines" in his movie?

I wasn't trying to pick it apart, but some points were so egregious that I just couldn't ignore them.

The "Marines" kept calling "Sarge" Sir.

"Sarge" referred to himself as the "commanding officer".

One of the "Marines" corrected his sister when she said hoo-rah. He told her the pronunciation was "hoo-ah".

And "Sarge" kept calling his "Marines" "soldiers".

Now, if you aren't a Marine you may not understand why these bothered me, but if you are (or if you have a Marine family member) then you do know.

James Cameron did it right in Aliens. He obviously had a Marine consultant cause those guys hit it pretty close to the mark.
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Ishpeck · 03-20-2007, 01:29 PM

It has been my experience that movies tend to grossly misrepresent everything. The occasions when they're accurate is the exception rather than the rule.

Also, I thought the marines in Aliens were way cooler than any other marines I've seen in any movie.

orrminator · 03-20-2007, 01:59 PM

Interesting because one of the main characters in the TV show Jericho uncovered some fake marines for a lot of the same reasons...

jeepinbanditrider · 03-20-2007, 03:15 PM

Yup they must have had a Marine there with them or maybe one of the cast members is a Marine.

I like when Mayor Greene told the "GYSGT" he was a discrace to the uniform and yanked his rank insinia off his vest.

I hope they have fun walking around in the middile of nowhere without weapons.

nonnieselman · 03-20-2007, 03:19 PM

This has always bothered me....

In the movie Swat, the "Mayor" goes to report that the bad guys were armed with "AK-47s" But they had a Berrata 92F or something and a little Mac 11.....

I hate movies!!!

What about the new movie fixin to come out about the Sniper? i think its called Shooter? or something... looks pretty good.

hellagerms · 03-20-2007, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by nonnieselman

What about the new movie fixin to come out about the Sniper? i think its called Shooter? or something... looks pretty good.

That does seem promising.

MarineFlyboy · 03-20-2007, 05:05 PM

I love how Hollywood has no idea when it comes to military customs and courtesy. Hell most people don't understand that kind of stuff. I get the soldier and hooyah thing all the time. I know they are just being supportive of our men and women in the armed forces but damn.....get it right!

The movie "Shooter" comes out this Friday. I'm interested to see how it turns out. I'm currently reading Point of Impact which the movie is based off of and it is an outstanding book. To the point you don't want to put it down so you can see what "Bob the Nailer" has in store for the BGs. I hope they get it right!

O and by the way it is Marines....not marines

slugger6 · 03-20-2007, 05:16 PM

AKM - Although I was Army both my brothers-in-law are Marines. It even makes me cringe to see and hear these careless and avoidable mistakes. It's disrespectful.

**eric_t12** · 03-20-2007, 06:06 PM

I like the fact they want to be us (i'm army) in movies, but yea, please just ask someone first... i know the military decides how "realistic" they can be with uniforms, and certain aspects, at least with newer movies, but dang...

like on doom - CO and SARGE? marines are SOLDIERS? please... the only time i ever say HOOAH is making fun of someone's overly-hooah decision, or when in formation and people are watching.

Mike TRT · 03-20-2007, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AKM

And no, I'm not talking about those who went to boot camp in SD.

I just watched DOOM yesterday evening (not a high priority as you can tell) and damnit, why can't a director at least TALK to a Marine if he's gonna have "Marines" in his movie?

I wasn't trying to pick it apart, but some points were so egregious that I just couldn't ignore them.

The "Marines" kept calling "Sarge" Sir.

"Sarge" referred to himself as the "commanding officer".

One of the "Marines" corrected his sister when she said hoo-rah. He told her the pronunciation was "hoo-ah".

And "Sarge" kept calling his "Marines" "soldiers".

Now, if you aren't a Marine you may not understand why these bothered me, but if you are (or if you have a Marine family member) then you do know.

James Cameron did it right in Aliens. He obviously had a Marine consultant cause those guys hit it pretty close to the mark.
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the big thing to remember here is that Doom is based on a video game, and its very silly and all sci-fi, although I did enjoy the mindless theme and violence. especially the first person shooter towards the end....

movies that represent a "based on true events" or units do get a lot of things right.

its mindless entertainment, fairly low budget, just relax and enjoy the show

as a former coast gurdsmen, the guardian was lame, and how do you think I feel during every piss poor cop movie, tv show or anything relating to swat (not to mention the movie SWAT) ughhhhhhhh

03-20-2007, 01:21 PM	#1
AKM XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,511	Hollywood Marines And no, I'm not talking about those who went to boot camp in SD. I just watched DOOM yesterday evening (not a high priority as you can tell) and damnit, why can't a director at least TALK to a Marine if he's gonna have "Marines" in his movie? I wasn't trying to pick it apart, but some points were so egregious that I just couldn't ignore them. The "Marines" kept calling "Sarge" Sir. "Sarge" referred to himself as the "commanding officer". One of the "Marines" corrected his sister when she said hoo-rah. He told her the pronunciation was "hoo-ah". And "Sarge" kept calling his "Marines" "soldiers". Now, if you aren't a Marine you may not understand why these bothered me, but if you are (or if you have a Marine family member) then you do know. James Cameron did it right in Aliens. He obviously had a Marine consultant cause those guys hit it pretty close to the mark. . __________________ Liviu Librescu - În veci pomenirea lui. U.S. Army/Marine Snipers - Making the World a Better Place, 175 grains at a time.

03-20-2007, 01:29 PM	#2
Ishpeck XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 4,207	It has been my experience that movies tend to grossly misrepresent everything. The occasions when they're accurate is the exception rather than the rule. Also, I thought the marines in Aliens were way cooler than any other marines I've seen in any movie. __________________ When given a chance to issue letters of marque and reprisal against Bin Laden, Congress voted against it and instead, voted the Patriot Act into law. Tells you who they think their real enemies are. http://www.ishpeck.net/ Last edited by Ishpeck; 03-20-2007 at 01:32 PM.

03-20-2007, 01:59 PM	#3
orrminator XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Gresham, Oregon Posts: 823	Interesting because one of the main characters in the TV show Jericho uncovered some fake marines for a lot of the same reasons... __________________ ************************ Chris If it ain't broke....gimme a minute. ************************

03-20-2007, 03:15 PM	#4
jeepinbanditrider XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineral Wells, Tx Posts: 4,854	Yup they must have had a Marine there with them or maybe one of the cast members is a Marine. I like when Mayor Greene told the "GYSGT" he was a discrace to the uniform and yanked his rank insinia off his vest. I hope they have fun walking around in the middile of nowhere without weapons. __________________ Stuff USPSA-A59201

03-20-2007, 03:19 PM	#5
nonnieselman XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: CS, MS Posts: 250	This has always bothered me.... In the movie Swat, the "Mayor" goes to report that the bad guys were armed with "AK-47s" But they had a Berrata 92F or something and a little Mac 11..... I hate movies!!! What about the new movie fixin to come out about the Sniper? i think its called Shooter? or something... looks pretty good. __________________ Bustmaster AR-15 Remington 700 .22-250 Ruger 10/22 Walther P-22 XD .40 Service 4" with Heinie N/S 2000 Silverado ECSB 6.0/4L80E STS Nitrous So fun!!!!

03-20-2007, 05:05 PM	#7
MarineFlyboy XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 368	I love how Hollywood has no idea when it comes to military customs and courtesy. Hell most people don't understand that kind of stuff. I get the soldier and hooyah thing all the time. I know they are just being supportive of our men and women in the armed forces but damn.....get it right! The movie "Shooter" comes out this Friday. I'm interested to see how it turns out. I'm currently reading Point of Impact which the movie is based off of and it is an outstanding book. To the point you don't want to put it down so you can see what "Bob the Nailer" has in store for the BGs. I hope they get it right! O and by the way it is Marines....not marines __________________ I come in peace, I didn't bring artillery. But I am pleading with you with tears in my eyes: If you *** with me, I'll kill you all.* Marine General James Mattis

03-20-2007, 05:16 PM	#8
slugger6 XDTalk 20K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,299	AKM - Although I was Army both my brothers-in-law are Marines. It even makes me cringe to see and hear these careless and avoidable mistakes. It's disrespectful.

03-20-2007, 06:06 PM	#9
eric_t12 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SD Posts: 3,770	I like the fact they want to be us (i'm army) in movies, but yea, please just ask someone first... i know the military decides how "realistic" they can be with uniforms, and certain aspects, at least with newer movies, but dang... like on doom - CO and SARGE? marines are SOLDIERS? please... the only time i ever say HOOAH is making fun of someone's overly-hooah decision, or when in formation and people are watching. __________________ FBI: Gun Owners are Potential Terrorists Our Economic Future: GAO 21st Century Challenges The Police Have No Duty To Protect You VFW Life Member GOA Life Member "There are lots of problems, but if you destroy the dollar, you're going to destroy a worldwide economy, and that's what we're doing." Ron Paul - Speech on the house floor 29SEP2008 opposing the reworked economic 'rescue' plan

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