Training camp intensity- the movies shows how inhumanely strenuous training camps for Vietnam could be
Toxic masculinity in the Vietnam War- The movie shows how masculinity played a big role in many soldiers and their motivations.
No clear reason- The film shows how many soldiers themselves were not clear on why the war was being fought.
Journalists in the war- The second half of the film shows the involvement of journalists in the war and how closely they worked with…

recruit college players for his Olympic team since professionals weren’t allowed to compete in the Olympics.
Cold War- the movies speaks to the growing hatred and competitiveness between America and the Soviets.
1980 Olympics- The young and relatively inexperienced US team really did win gold over the Soviet Union’s team in 1980 against all expectations.
Herb Brooks’ hot-headed manner- Brooks’ coaching style holds true to reality with his aggressive approach to pushing his players.
Goalie- the movie accurately portrays goalie…

1. McCarthyism- the film shows the paranoia surround the fear of communism in the country, especially how it was spread by Joseph McCarthy to the public via media. 2. Murrow’s famous speech- Murrow’s attack on McCarthy is accurately shown, especially his “wires and lights in a box” speech. 3. Media influence- Murrow and his crew are shown to be very concerned about making sure everything they say is carefully curated because they know how many people will be listening and…