John Ford Goes to War
Originally released in 2002. John Ford Goes to War is a documentary film. directed by Tom Thurman. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kris Kristofferson, Peter Bogdanovich, and Oliver Stone
Synopsis
When World War II broke out, John Ford, in his forties, commissioned in the Naval Reserve, was put in charge of the Field Photographic Unit by Bill Donavan, director of the soon-to-be-OSS. During the war, Field Photo made at least 87 documentaries, many with Ford's signature attention to heroism and loss, and many from the point of view of the fighting soldier and sailor. Talking heads discuss Ford's life and personality, the ways that the war gave him fulfillment, and the ways that his war films embodied the same values and conflicts that his Hollywood films did. Among the films profiled are "Battle of Midway," "Torpedo Squadron," "Sexual Hygiene," and "December 7."
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2002
24 years ago
Runtime
0h 56m
56 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- FBN Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Ford Goes to War about?
When World War II broke out, John Ford, in his forties, commissioned in the Naval Reserve, was put in charge of the Field Photographic Unit by Bill Donavan, director of the soon-to-be-OSS. During t...
Who directed John Ford Goes to War?
John Ford Goes to War was directed by Tom Thurman.
How long is John Ford Goes to War?
John Ford Goes to War has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was John Ford Goes to War released?
John Ford Goes to War was released on January 1, 2002 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in John Ford Goes to War?
The main cast of John Ford Goes to War includes Kris Kristofferson, Peter Bogdanovich, Oliver Stone, Andrew Sarris, Leonard Maltin.