THE WAR, directed and produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, explores the history and horror of the Second World War from an American perspective by following so-called ordinary men and women who become caught up in one of the greatest cataclysms in human history. This epic 15-hour film focuses on the stories of citizens from four American towns that went through the war’s four devastating years.
The Emmy® award-winning documentary THE WAR explores the history and horror of World War II from an American perspective by following so-called ordinary men and women who became caught up in one of the greatest cataclysms in history. This epic film focuses on the stories of citizens from four American towns taking the viewer through their personal and harrowing journeys, painting vivid portraits of how the war altered their lives.
Episodes include…
- A Necessary War
- When Things Get Tough
- A Deadly Calling
- Pride Of Our Nation
- Fubar
- The Ghost Front
- A World Without War
Special Features include…
- Making of The War
- Commentary Track
- Deleted Scenes
- Interview Outtakes
This program contains mature content, including graphic imagery, and strong language that may not be appropriate for more sensitive viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.
Producer: Ken Burns, Lynn Novick
Executive Producer: Ken Burns
Production Company: Florentine Films
Production Year: 2012
Copyright Year: 2006
Rating: TV-14
Director: Ken Burns, Lynn Novick
Narrator: Keith David
Actors: Tom Hanks
Talent: Tom Hanks
Writers: Geoffrey C. Ward
Number of Discs: 6
Length: 900 minutes
Subtitled: Y
Subtitle Languages: English (SDH)
Language Track: English
Audio Format: 5.1 Surround
Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen
VIDEO USAGE RIGHTS
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