The Brig
Originally released in 1964. The Brig is a war/drama film. directed by Jonas Mekas. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Warren Finnerty, Henry Howard, and Tom Lilard
Synopsis
Jonas Mekas’s film captures The Living Theatre’s stage production of The Brig, an unflinching portrait of life inside a U.S. Marine Corps jail in Japan in 1957. Over the course of a single day, prisoners endure relentless drills, abuse, and dehumanization, exposing the brutality of military discipline with stark immediacy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 20, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- White Line Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Brig about?
Jonas Mekas’s film captures The Living Theatre’s stage production of The Brig, an unflinching portrait of life inside a U.S. Marine Corps jail in Japan in 1957. Over the course of a single day,...
Who directed The Brig?
The Brig was directed by Jonas Mekas.
How long is The Brig?
The Brig has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was The Brig released?
The Brig was released on September 20, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Brig?
The main cast of The Brig includes Warren Finnerty, Henry Howard, Tom Lilard, James Tiroff, Steven Ben Israel.