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Theatrical January 15, 1999
The Thin Red Line poster

The Thin Red Line (1999)

The Thin Red Line is a book-based movie adapted from "The Thin Red Line" by James Jones. This Drama/History film is a loose adaptation, and its release date is January 15, 1999.

The Source Material

The Thin Red Line

by James Jones

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Overview

They are the men of C-for-Charlie company—“Mad” 1st Sgt. Eddie Welsh, Pvt. 1st Class Don Doll, Pvt. John Bell, Capt. James Stein, Cpl. Fife, and dozens more just like them—infantrymen who are about to land, grim and white-faced, on an atoll in the Pacific call…

About The Movie

Description

The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.

Details

Title
The Thin Red Line
Original Title
The Thin Red Line
Original Language
EN
Genres
Drama, History, War
US Theatrical
January 15, 1999 · Rated R
US Limited Theatrical
December 23, 1998 · Rated R