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The Threatening Sky

1966
Directed byJoris Ivens
0h 32m

This documentary presents the Vietnam War as seen from within Vietnam, focusing on civilian life, industrial and agricultural labor, and organized resistance under sustained aerial bombardment. Introduced by Bertrand Russell, the film situates the conflict within a broader history of anti-occupation struggles, drawing parallels to World War II resistance movements. Footage includes interviews with Vietnamese leaders, scenes of air defense, and mass political mobilization.

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Bertrand Russell
Himself
Lindsay AndersonNarrator (UK)
Serge ReggianiNarrator
Phạm Văn ĐồngPremier of North Vietnam
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DocumentaryWar
STATUSReleased
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10.0

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