Five Came Back
Watch TrailerThe extraordinary story of how Hollywood changed World War II – and how World War II changed Hollywood, through the interwoven experiences of five legendary filmmakers who went to war to serve their country and bring the truth to the American people: John Ford, William Wyler, John Huston, Frank Capra, and George Stevens. Based on Mark Harris’ best-selling book, “Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War.”
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2017 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, War |
| Director | Laurent Bouzereau |
| Runtime | 195 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.9/10 (45 votes) |
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The series meticulously dissects the complex relationship between art, propaganda, and truth, framed through the transformative war experiences of five cinematic giants. It's a compelling study of how their craft was weaponized and how the horrors they witnessed reshaped their artistic vision forever.
What lingers after viewing is a profound reflection on the filmmaker's moral responsibility. The line between documenting history and crafting narrative for a cause becomes hauntingly blurred, leaving a lasting impact on how we view both their work and wartime media. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Laurent Bouzereau
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For focused viewing, ideally in a quiet setting to fully absorb the historical and ethical complexities.
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