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Friendly Fire

NR2h 27m1980David Greene
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"In war, the only thing worse than death is not knowing the truth."

In March 1970, a U.S. Army officer arrived at the Iowa farm of Peg and Gene Mullen and informed them that their son Michael had been killed in Vietnam by "friendly fire." Their determined attempts to learn more about the circumstances of their son's death are the subject of this true account film.

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Vietnam WarCover-upGrieving ParentsKilled In Action

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What is Friendly Fire (1980) about?

In March 1970, a U.S. Army officer arrived at the Iowa farm of Peg and Gene Mullen and informed them that their son Michael had been killed in Vietnam by "friendly fire." Their determined attempts to learn more about the circumstances of their son's death are the subject of this true account film.

Who stars in Friendly Fire?

Friendly Fire stars Carol Burnett (Peg Mullen), Ned Beatty (Gene Mullen), Dennis Erdman (Michael E. Mullen), Sherry Hursey (Patricia Mullen), Timothy Hutton (John Mullen). The film was directed by David Greene.

How long is Friendly Fire?

Friendly Fire has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1980. It is rated NR.

Where can I watch Friendly Fire?

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