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201354 minPG-13documentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Finnigan's War

201354 minPG-13documentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A year-long project honors the 60th anniversary of the Korean War and pays tribute to the filmmaker's late grandfather.

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A year-long project honors the 60th anniversary of the Korean War and pays tribute to the filmmaker's late grandfather.

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Conor Timmisdirector

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Conor Timmis recalls his late grandfather's experience in the Korean War. He visits various sites related to the conflict to honor soldiers who fought in what many see as America's forgotten war. The documentary marks the 60th anniversary of the conflict. Over the course of a year, Timmis engages with veterans and historians to gain insight into their sacrifices. The film runs for 54 minutes and was released in 2013.

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