The Killing Fields
The Killing Fields (1984) is a history drama, directed by Roland Joffé. It stars Sam Waterston and Haing S. Ngor. It follows journalism in pursuit of the truth. The 142-minute film holds an audience score of 7.5/10.
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What The Killing Fields Is About
Roland Joffe's 1984 film follows an American journalist working in Cambodia and his local colleague. When the regime changes the colleague stays behind. He ends up in the labour camps. The film gives its whole second half to him; the narrative makes survival its real subject. It is based on real events. Haing S. Ngor, himself a survivor, played the part and won an Academy Award. The film won three. Who it's for: those who like historical war drama. Who it's not for: viewers who cannot take images of mass death and starvation; the film does not spare them.
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What is The Killing Fields about?
Roland Joffe's 1984 film follows an American journalist working in Cambodia and his local colleague. When the regime changes the colleague stays behind.
Where can I watch The Killing Fields?
The Killing Fields is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Killing Fields?
The Killing Fields runs for 142 minutes (2h 22m).
When did The Killing Fields come out?
The Killing Fields was released in 1984.
Who directed The Killing Fields?
The Killing Fields was directed by Roland Joffé.
Who stars in The Killing Fields?
The Killing Fields stars Sam Waterston, Haing S. Ngor, John Malkovich, Julian Sands.
What is The Killing Fields's rating?
The Killing Fields holds 7.8/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 78 out of 100.
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