A War Story
Director: Anne Wheeler
Based on the diaries of Canadian doctor Ben Wheeler during his internment in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp during World War II, this feature-length docudrama is a glowing account of the spirit and its will to survive physical and mental suffering. The film is comprised of newsreel footage, interviews and dramatic re-enactments.
Cast
Donald Sutherland
Narrator (voice)
David Edney
Ben Wheeler
Frank C. Turner
Peter Seed
Anne Wheeler
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
In brief
A War Story (1981) is a drama, war film. With an average rating of 8.3/10 from 3 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 1h 22min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch A War Story online?
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How long is A War Story?
A War Story runs 82 minutes (1h 22min).
What rating does A War Story have?
A War Story has an average rating of 8.3/10 based on 3 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is A War Story from?
A War Story was released in 1981.
