The Killing Fields

HERE, ONLY THE SILENT SURVIVE.

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.

Director: Roland Joffé
Cast: Sam Waterston , Haing S. Ngor , John Malkovich , Julian Sands , Craig T. Nelson , Spalding Gray , Bill Paterson , Athol Fugard , Graham Kennedy , Katherine Krapum Chey

Genres: Drama , History , War

Release date: 1984-11-23

Rating: 7.469

Runtime: 142minutes

Budget: 14M

Revenue: 34M

Production Companies: Goldcrest , Enigma Productions , International Film Investors

Reviews:

  • Winter Barry
    A decent watch, though the pacing felt a bit slow in the middle. The cinematography was great, though.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Amelia Phelps
    A solid, enjoyable film. The performances were good, though it didn't really break new ground.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Remy Wells
    Surprisingly good! I didn't expect much, but the twists and emotional depth really pulled me in.
    Rating: 4

  • Athena Bradley
    An absolute snooze fest. The pacing was terrible, and it felt like nothing ever happened.
    Rating: 1.5

  • Octavia Sosa
    An intense thriller that kept me guessing until the very end. Definitely worth a watch.
    Rating: 4