Introduction to the Enemy
Synopsis
This film documents the journey of actress Jane Fonda and her husband – future California state senator Tom Hayden – through North and South Viet Nam in 1974. They travel from villages to towns talking with ordinary Vietnamese about their lives and the effects of the war on their lives, families, and communities.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 15, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Haskell Wexler
- Original Title
- Introduction to the Enemy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Vietnamese
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- IPC Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Haskell Wexler
Haskell Wexler, Lennart Malmer
Bill Yahraus
Department Leadership Roster
Haskell Wexler
Director of Photography
Lennart Malmer
Director of Photography
Bill Yahraus
Editor
Haskell Wexler
Director
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What is Introduction to the Enemy about?
This film documents the journey of actress Jane Fonda and her husband – future California state senator Tom Hayden – through North and South Viet Nam in 1974. They travel from villages to towns talking with ordinary Vietnamese about their lives and the effects of the war on their lives, families, and communities.
Who directed Introduction to the Enemy?
Introduction to the Enemy was directed by Haskell Wexler.
Who stars in Introduction to the Enemy?
The principal cast of Introduction to the Enemy includes Jane Fonda, Tom Hayden, Trà Giang, Nguyễn Thị Định, Nguyễn Đình Thi.
When was Introduction to the Enemy released and how long is it?
Introduction to the Enemy was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.