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Classic Vietnam War Film ‘Hearts and Minds’ to Receive Cinema Eye Honors’ Legacy Award

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Iconic Vietnam War doc 'Hearts and Minds' wins prestigious Cinema Eye Honors Legacy Award, decades after its Oscar win and heated controversy.
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  • The 1974 film, which won the Best Documentary Oscar amidst heavy backlash, will receive the Legacy Award at the 2025 Cinema Eye Honors - a major honor recognizing its lasting impact.
  • With its unflinching depiction of the Vietnam War's brutalities, 'Hearts and Minds' was a groundbreaking work that stirred up intense debate and set a new standard for political documentaries.
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