Every man fights his own war.|Mar. 05, 1998|United States|171 Min.|TV-MA
Genre: Drama;History;War
Description: “The Thin Red Line,” released in 1998, is a compelling war drama set during World War II. The film follows U.S. Army Private Witt, who goes AWOL in 1942 to live among the peaceful Melanesian natives in the South Pacific. However, he is discovered, imprisoned, and reassigned as a stretcher bearer as punishment.
The story centers on C Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, part of the 25th Infantry Division. Sent as reinforcements to Guadalcanal, their mission is to secure Henderson Field and block Japanese forces from advancing toward Australia. Aboard a Navy transport ship, the soldiers reflect on their lives and the impending invasion. Key characters include Private Bell, a married former officer; Private Doll, a confident soldier; Captain James Staros, the compassionate company commander; and Lieutenant Colonel Tall, the aging battalion leader seeking a final chance for combat glory.
Upon landing on Guadalcanal, the company faces the harsh realities of war as they march inland. Their objective is Hill 210, a heavily fortified Japanese position defended by bunkers and machine guns. The attack begins at dawn, but the soldiers are met with intense resistance, resulting in heavy casualties and chaos.
The film explores themes of bravery, survival, and the human cost of war, offering a poignant portrayal of the soldiers’ struggles during one of the pivotal battles of the Pacific Theater.
Cast director: Terrence Malick
Cast actor: Sean Penn, Adrien Brody, Jim Caviezel, Ben Chaplin, Elias Koteas, John Cusack, Woody Harrelson, Nick Nolte, John C. Reilly, George Clooney
Original name: The Thin Red Line