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I was a Soldier

Synopsis
One of the first films to deal with the experiences of Vietnam vets returning home, first shown on ITV in 1970. Michael Grigsby travelled to a small town in Texas and spoke to three men who had recently returned. One of the few films about the war shown while the conflict was still taking place. DVD extras include: Introduction by Michael Grigsby; The Score Documentary Short (1998); Gravel and Stones Documentary Short (2007); Animated Filmography
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Year of release
1970
Year of production
1970
Notes
Originally shown on ITV on 28 April 1970.
Subjects
History; Politics & government
Keywords
Vietnam war

Credits

Director
Michael Grisby

Distribution Formats

Type
DVD
Format
Region 0
Price
20 euros
Availability
Sale
Duration/Size
93 minutes including extras
Year
2008

Production Company

Name

Granada

Distributor

Name

Doriane Films

Email
doriane@dorianefilms.com
Web
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Phone
(+33)1 44 74 77 1
Fax
(+33)1 44 74 64 93
Address
145, rue de Belleville
75019 - Paris
France

Online Retailer

Name

Amazon.fr

Web
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