Synopsis
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.
Facts
Awards
Silver nugget for the best foreign film, Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Academy Award for Best Film Editing, National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Setting
Cambodia
Filming location
New York City, Toronto, Bangkok, Thailand
Production
Enigma Productions, Warner Bros. Entertainment, International Film Investors
Original language
English, French, Khmer
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Academy Awards 1985 academy_award
- BAFTA Awards 1985 generic
- Directors Guild of America 1985 generic
- National Board of Review 1984 generic
