Retreat from Beirut
Synopsis
They went to keep the peace. But 241 died-caught in a military and political cross fire. One year after the pullout of American Marines from Lebanon, Frontline correspondent William Greider examines the decision and asks: Where should Americans die, and what should they die for?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sherry Jones, Foster Wiley
- Original Title
- Retreat from Beirut
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sherry Jones, Foster Wiley
Foster Wiley
Sherry Jones, Nancy Sloss
Department Leadership Roster
Sherry Jones
Producer
Nancy Sloss
Producer
Sherry Jones
Director
Foster Wiley
Director
Foster Wiley
Editor
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What is Retreat from Beirut about?
They went to keep the peace. But 241 died-caught in a military and political cross fire. One year after the pullout of American Marines from Lebanon, Frontline correspondent William Greider examines the decision and asks: Where should Americans die, and what should they die for?
Who directed Retreat from Beirut?
Retreat from Beirut was directed by Sherry Jones, Foster Wiley.
Who stars in Retreat from Beirut?
The principal cast of Retreat from Beirut includes William Greider, Judy Woodruff.
When was Retreat from Beirut released and how long is it?
Retreat from Beirut was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 58m.