“Flags of Our Fathers” is a 2006 war film directed by Clint Eastwood, based on the book of the same name by James Bradley and Ron Powers. The movie tells the story of the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II, focusing on the six men who raised the American flag on Mount Suribachi, a key moment captured in the iconic photograph by Joe Rosenthal.

The film explores the lives of these men before, during, and after the war, examining the impact of their sudden fame as symbols of American heroism. Despite their celebrated status, the men struggle with survivor’s guilt, the pressures of celebrity, and the disconnect between the image of heroism and the harsh realities of war.

Through flashbacks and interviews with the soldiers’ families, “Flags of Our Fathers” delves into the complexities of heroism, patriotism, and the nature of war itself. It highlights the sacrifices made by ordinary men thrust into extraordinary circumstances, and the lasting effects of their experiences on both themselves and their loved ones.