The Killing Fields

"Here, only the silent survive."

Feb 1 1985 R 2h 21m
Biography, Drama, History

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.

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Plot

Sydney Schanberg is a New York Times journalist covering the civil war in Cambodia. Together with the local journalist Dith Pran, they cover some of the tragedy and madness of the war. When the American forces leave, Dith Pran sends his family with them, but stays behind himself to help Schanberg cover the event. As an American, Schanberg won't have any trouble leaving the country, but the situation is different for Pran; he's a local, and the Khmer Rouge are moving in.

Written by

Bruce Robinson

Directed by

Roland Joffé

Cast

Sam Waterston, Haing S. Ngor, John Malkovich

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Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

International Film Investors, Enigma Productions, Goldcrest

Languages

Français, English

Awards

Won 3 Oscars. 28 wins & 24 nominations total

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