The Killing Fields (1985)
The Killing Fields is a book-based movie adapted from "The death and life of Dith Pran" by Sydney H. Schanberg. This Drama/History film is a direct adaptation, and its release date is February 1, 1985.
The Source Material
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Overview
Recounts the experiences of Dith Pran, a Cambodian reporter who worked for the New York Times, and who was captured by the Khmer Rouge when they took over Phnom Penh
About The Movie
Description
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.
Details
- Title
- The Killing Fields
- Original Title
- The Killing Fields
- Original Language
- EN
- Genres
- Drama, History, War
- US Theatrical
- February 1, 1985 · Rated R