With the Marines at Tarawa
Synopsis
Documentary short film depicting the harrowing battle between the U.S. Marines and the Japanese for control of the Pacific island of Tarawa. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with National Archives and Records Administration in 2005.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 2, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Brooks, Louis Hayward
- Original Title
- With the Marines at Tarawa
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- United States Marine Corps Photographic Unit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Brooks, Louis Hayward
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Richard Brooks
Director
Louis Hayward
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What is With the Marines at Tarawa about?
Documentary short film depicting the harrowing battle between the U.S. Marines and the Japanese for control of the Pacific island of Tarawa. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with National Archives and Records Administration in 2005.
Who directed With the Marines at Tarawa?
With the Marines at Tarawa was directed by Richard Brooks, Louis Hayward.
Who stars in With the Marines at Tarawa?
The principal cast of With the Marines at Tarawa includes William Lundigan.
When was With the Marines at Tarawa released and how long is it?
With the Marines at Tarawa was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 18m.