Five American veterans from World War II, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and Iraq share their experiences of combat and the meaning of being a soldier.
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Five American veterans from World War II, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and Iraq share their experiences of combat and the meaning of being a soldier.
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Howard Zinn, a former World War II bombardier, advised filmmakers Lexy Lovell and Michael Uys on The Good Soldier. The documentary features five American veterans from World War II, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the Iraq War. Through candid interviews, they recount their experiences of enlisting, fighting, and grappling with the moral implications of their actions. The film juxtaposes their narratives with archival footage, prompting reflections on the nature of military service and the quest for peace. It premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival in October 2009 and opened nationwide on Veterans Day.
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Why Watch
- Meet five veterans from different wars
- Find out what defines a good soldier
- See archival footage of combat
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- Howard Zinn, a World War II veteran, advised the filmmakers.
- The film premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival on October 9, 2009.
- The Good Soldier won the Maysles Brothers Award for Best Documentary on November 21, 2009.
- The documentary aired a fifty-minute version on Bill Moyers Journal on November 6, 2009.
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Who directed The Good Soldier?
The Good Soldier was directed and produced by Lexy Lovell and Michael Uys.
When did The Good Soldier premiere?
The Good Soldier premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival on October 9, 2009.
What award did The Good Soldier win on November 21, 2009?
On November 21, 2009, The Good Soldier won the Maysles Brothers Award for Best Documentary at the Starz Denver Film Festival.
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