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The Diary of an Unknown Soldier (1959)

Genre : Documentary, Drama, War

Runtime : 17M

Director : Peter Watkins

Synopsis

A short story narrated by an unknown British soldier who reveals his hopes, fears, and disillusionment while heading into battle against the German army.

Actors

Brian Robertson
Brian Robertson
Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins
Narrator (voice)

Crews

Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins
Director
Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins
Writer
Roger Higham
Roger Higham
Producer
Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins
Producer
Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins
Cinematography
Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins
Editor

Posters and backgrounds

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