8.1
Movie
Writing
Gustav Hasford
- Born
- Died
- (aged 45)
- Birthplace
- Russellville, Alabama, USA
- Credits
- 2 titles
Biography
Jerry Gustave Hasford (November 28, 1947 – January 29, 1993), also known under his pen name Gustav Hasford, was an American novelist, journalist and poet. His semi-autobiographical novel The Short-Timers (1979) was the basis for the film Full Metal Jacket (1987). He was a United States Marine Corps veteran, who served as a war correspondent during the Vietnam War.
Signature work
Known For
Acting credits 1
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| TBA | Kubrick's War: The Making of Full Metal Jacket Film | Self - Co-Screenwriter, Full Metal Jacket(archive sound) |
Crew credits 1
| Year | Title | Job |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Full Metal Jacket Film | Screenplay, Novel |