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The Killing Fields (1984)
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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
Sam Waterstonas Sydney Schanberg
Haing S. Ngoras Dith Pran
John Malkovichas Al Rockoff
Julian Sandsas Jon Swain
Craig T. Nelsonas Military Attaché
Spalding Grayas U.S. Consul
Bill Patersonas Dr. MacEntire
Athol Fugardas Dr. Sundesval
Graham Kennedyas Dougal
Katherine Krapum Cheyas Ser Moeum (Pran's Wife)
Oliver Pierpaolias Titony (Pran's Son)
Edward Entero Cheyas Sarun
Tom Birdas U.S. Military Advisor
Monirak Sisowathas Phat (K.R. Leader 2nd Village)
Facts
| Release date | November 23, 1984 |
| Runtime | 142 min (2h 22m) — longer as the 1984 average of 109 min |
| Genres | Drama, History, War |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $14,400,000 |
| Box office | $34,700,291 (2.4× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0087553 |
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Questions
How long is The Killing Fields?
The Killing Fields runs 142 minutes (2h 22m).
Is The Killing Fields worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 866 votes, which places it #8 of 49 films released in 1984 in this index (top 86%) and #825 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Killing Fields?
The Killing Fields was directed by Roland Joffé. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Mission (1986), The Scarlet Letter (1995).
Who stars in The Killing Fields?
Sam Waterston as Sydney Schanberg; Haing S. Ngor as Dith Pran; John Malkovich as Al Rockoff; Julian Sands as Jon Swain; Craig T. Nelson as Military Attaché; Spalding Gray as U.S. Consul.
What is The Killing Fields rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Killing Fields?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/53835.