The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War
Synopsis
This documentary examines the experiences of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade, using interviews with survivors more than 50 years later. First, the film sets the context with the rise of Fascism. Then, in 1936, Spain's military revolts against the elected government, and the U.S. and Europe agree not to intervene. In response, volunteers snuck past border guards into Spain to fight with the Republicans. The men and women veterans describe the perils of reaching Spain, limited training, responsibilities of command thrust on the very young, deprivations of a soldier's life, lack of matériel, horrible rates of casualties, and ultimate vindication at the end of World War II.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 28, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Sills, Mary Dore, Noel Buckner
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary Dore, Noel Buckner, Sam Sills
- Original Score
- Wendy Blackstone, Bernardo Palombo
- Original Title
- The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Abraham Lincoln Brigade Film Project, The National Endowment for the Humanities
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Sills, Mary Dore, Noel Buckner
Mary Dore, Noel Buckner, Sam Sills
Wendy Blackstone, Bernardo Palombo
Noel Buckner
Mary Dore, Noel Buckner, Sam Sills
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Sills
Director
Mary Dore
Director
Noel Buckner
Director
Mary Dore
Writer
Mary Dore
Producer
Noel Buckner
Writer
Noel Buckner
Producer
Sam Sills
Writer
Sam Sills
Producer
Wendy Blackstone
Original Music Composer
Bernardo Palombo
Original Music Composer
Noel Buckner
Editor
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What is The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War about?
This documentary examines the experiences of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade, using interviews with survivors more than 50 years later. First, the film sets the context with the rise of Fascism. Then, in 1936, Spain's military revolts against the elected government, and the U.S. and Europe agree not to intervene. In response, volunteers snuck past border guards into Spain to fight with the Republicans. The men and women veterans describe the perils of reaching Spain, limited training, responsibilities of command thrust on the very young, deprivations of a soldier's life, lack of matériel, horrible rates of casualties, and ultimate vindication at the end of World War II.
Who directed The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War?
The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War was directed by Sam Sills, Mary Dore, Noel Buckner.
Who stars in The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War?
The principal cast of The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War includes Studs Terkel, Bill Bailey, Ruth Davidow, Colleen Dewhurst, John Houseman.
When was The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War released and how long is it?
The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Good Fight: The Abraham Lincoln Brigade in the Spanish Civil War was composed by Wendy Blackstone, Bernardo Palombo.