Back Door to Hell
“It took courage to get to Luzon - and blood and guts to move every mile beyond!”
Synopsis
During WWII, a three-man commando team places its trust in the hands of a band of Filipino resistors, as they try to knock out a Japenese communication center.
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BACK DOOR TO HELL(1964) Original Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-03-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 19, 1964
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monte Hellman
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard A. Guttman, John Hackett
- Original Score
- Mike Velarde
- Original Title
- Back Door to Hell
- Country of Origin
- Philippines, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Medallion Films, Lippert Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monte Hellman
Richard A. Guttman, John Hackett
Mike Velarde
Mars Rasca
Fely Crisostomo
Fred Roos
Department Leadership Roster
Monte Hellman
Director
Richard A. Guttman
Screenplay
John Hackett
Screenplay
Mars Rasca
Director of Photography
Fred Roos
Producer
Fely Crisostomo
Editor
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Back Door to Hell
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What is Back Door to Hell about?
During WWII, a three-man commando team places its trust in the hands of a band of Filipino resistors, as they try to knock out a Japenese communication center.
Who directed Back Door to Hell?
Back Door to Hell was directed by Monte Hellman.
Who stars in Back Door to Hell?
The principal cast of Back Door to Hell includes Jimmie Rodgers, Jack Nicholson, John Hackett, Annabelle Huggins, Johnny Monteiro.
When was Back Door to Hell released and how long is it?
Back Door to Hell was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for Back Door to Hell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Back Door to Hell was composed by Mike Velarde.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Back Door to Hell?
Back Door to Hell holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).