Heaven & Earth

Audience emotional responses for 'Heaven & Earth' are dominated by profound Sadness, Empathy, and Anxiety, reflecting the protagonist's harrowing true story of survival through the Vietnam War and its aftermath. The film evokes strong Melancholy and Disturbing feelings due to the immense suffering, hardship, and exploitation depicted. Anger is present towards the injustices and brutality of war, while Fear stems from the constant threats. Despite the overwhelming despair, there are significant undertones of Inspiration and Hope, born from the protagonist's extraordinary resilience and will to endure, alongside moments of Love for her family and eventual, hard-won Relief and Satisfaction.