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The Thin Red Line is a 1998 American epic war film written and directed by Terrence Malick. It is the second screen adaptation of the 1962 novel of the same name by James Jones, following the 1964 film.
- $98.1 million
- Hans Zimmer
- $52 million
Jan 15, 1999 · The Thin Red Line: Directed by Terrence Malick. With Kirk Acevedo, Penelope Allen, Benjamin Green, Simon Billig. Adaptation of James Jones' autobiographical 1962 novel, focusing on the conflict at Guadalcanal during the second World War.
- (196K)
- Drama, History, War
- Terrence Malick
- 1999-01-15
A philosophical and epic film about the Battle of Guadalcanal in 1942, starring Sean Penn, Jim Caviezel, and George Clooney. Critics praise the film's visual beauty, emotional depth, and anti-war message.
- (5.2K)
- Terrence Malick
- R
- Sean Penn
A film adaptation of James Jones' novel about the World War II battle of Guadalcanal, seen from different perspectives of the soldiers involved. The plot follows the men of C Company, 25th Infantry Division, as they face the Japanese resistance, the horrors of war, and the challenges of leadership.
Jan 8, 1999 · Ebert praises Malick's visual style and philosophical questions, but criticizes his lack of character development and interest in the novel's plot. He compares the film to a dreamy experiment and a horror movie, and wonders if the soldiers ever ask the same questions as the director.
The Thin Red Line. The men of Charlie Company try to take Guadalcanal Island from the Japanese in World War II. 3,960 IMDb 7.6 2 h 50 min 1999. X-Ray 18+. Drama · Historical · Contemplative · Intense. Available to rent or buy. Rent. HD $4.29. Buy. HD $14.99. More purchase. options.
A 1998 war film by Terrence Malick based on James Jones's novel about the Guadalcanal campaign. The DVD features a new transfer, commentary, interviews, outtakes, and more.
