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200595 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Ears, Open. Eyeballs, Click.

200595 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

A 95-minute observation follows Platoon 1141 from their initial bus ride to graduation at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California.

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A 95-minute observation follows Platoon 1141 from their initial bus ride to graduation at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California.

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Canaan Brumleydirector

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At the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California, Platoon 1141 of Company C undergoes rigorous training from arrival to graduation. The documentary captures the experiences of recruits as they navigate the challenges of military life. It begins with their initial bus ride to the depot and follows their transformation through various drills and exercises. The film presents a detailed observation of the training process, culminating in the moment they receive their Marine Corps insignia.

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