The Combat Film /

Beginning with World War II combat films—produced under directives from the federal government—this program examines the role of the combat film in filling a social and political need. Critics and directors describe the evolution of these films, the rise of the Vietnam film, and the influence of the...

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Corporate Author: Annenberg Learner (Firm)
Format: Electronic Video
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : Annenberg Learner, [1995]
Series:American Cinema.
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Online Access:Streaming video (Emerson users only)
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Table of Contents:
  • War Films (3:39); "All Quiet on the Western Front" (4:05); Combat Picture (3:07); WWII Veterans (7:38); Fuller's Directing Style (1:51); Experience of Combat (4:50); World War II Ends (3:56); "Sands of Iwo Jima" (2:29); Professional Combat Cameramen (3:08); "The Steel Helmet" (4:05); "Platoon" (6:22); Realism and Disillusionment (4:55); Impact of Combat Films (2:18); Credits: The Combat Film (2:02);