Gene Boy Came Home
Synopsis
A portrait of Eugene "Gene Boy" Benedict from Odanak Indian Reserve near Montreal, Quebec. At 17, adrift and beginning to lose his way, he accepted a dare and enlisted in the US Marines – and was sent to the frontlines of the Vietnam War. This film is the account of his two years of service and his long journey back to Odanak afterwards.
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- Director
- Alanis Obomsawin
- Original Title
- Gene Boy Came Home
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alanis Obomsawin
Philippe Amiguet
Alison Burns
Department Leadership Roster
Alanis Obomsawin
Director
Alison Burns
Editor
Philippe Amiguet
Director of Photography
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What is Gene Boy Came Home about?
A portrait of Eugene "Gene Boy" Benedict from Odanak Indian Reserve near Montreal, Quebec. At 17, adrift and beginning to lose his way, he accepted a dare and enlisted in the US Marines – and was sent to the frontlines of the Vietnam War. This film is the account of his two years of service and his long journey back to Odanak afterwards.
Who directed Gene Boy Came Home?
Gene Boy Came Home was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
Who stars in Gene Boy Came Home?
The principal cast of Gene Boy Came Home includes Eugene Benedict.
When was Gene Boy Came Home released and how long is it?
Gene Boy Came Home was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 25m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Gene Boy Came Home?
Gene Boy Came Home holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.