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The Killing Fields
“Here, only the silent survive.”
7.5 / 10• 1984• 2h 22m•R• English
DramaHistoryWar
Storyline
New York Times reporter Sydney Schanberg is on assignment covering the Cambodian Civil War, with the help of local interpreter Dith Pran and American photojournalist Al Rockoff. When the U.S. Army pulls out amid escalating violence, Schanberg makes exit arrangements for Pran and his family. Pran, however, tells Schanberg he intends to stay in Cambodia to help cover the unfolding story — a decision he may regret as the Khmer Rouge rebels move in.
Cast & Crew
Sam Waterston
Sydney Schanberg
Lead
Haing S. Ngor
Dith Pran
John Malkovich
Al Rockoff
Julian Sands
Jon Swain
Craig T. Nelson
Military Attaché
Spalding Gray
U.S. Consul
Bill Paterson
Dr. MacEntire
Athol Fugard
Dr. Sundesval
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Roland Joffé's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Killing Fields is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
