THE VIETNAMESE RUSSIAN ROULETTE EPIDEMIC: BASED ON A TRUE STORY

Trevor joins the boys as they set their sights on The Deer Hunter (1978), Michael Cimino’s epic tale of war, love, and deer. We discuss Donald Trump’s plans for an MMA fight at the White House, examine the ethics of Jody-ing your best friend, and debate whether anyone has actually played Russian Roulette ever in history. All this and more on a piping hot JSS The Deer Hunter (1978) is an acclaimed war drama directed by Michael Cimino, starring Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, and Meryl Streep. Set in a small Pennsylvania steel town, the film follows a tight-knit group of friends whose lives are forever changed by their service in the Vietnam War. The story explores themes of friendship, trauma, and the lasting effects of conflict, focusing on the emotional and psychological toll on returning veterans. Through powerful performances and evocative storytelling, The Deer Hunter presents a raw, intimate portrait of American life during a turbulent era.