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Andersonville (1996)

"The great untold story of the American Civil War."

6.519962h 47mEN
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Directed by John Frankenheimer

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

2h 47m

Language

EN

Release

March 3, 1996

Director

John Frankenheimer

Overview

This lengthy docudrama records the harrowing conditions at the Confederacy's most notorious prisoner-of-war camp. The drama unfolds through the eyes of a company of Union soldiers captured at the Battle of Cold Harbor, VA, in June 1864, and shipped to the camp in southern Georgia. A private, Josiah ...

Cast

Jarrod Emick

Jarrod Emick

Josiah Day

Frederic Forrest

Frederic Forrest

Sgt. McSpadden

Ted Marcoux

Ted Marcoux

Martin Blackburn

Carmen Argenziano

Carmen Argenziano

Hopkins

Frederick Coffin

Frederick Coffin

Collins

Cliff DeYoung

Cliff DeYoung

Sgt. John Gleason

William H. Macy

William H. Macy

Col. Chandler

William Sanderson

William Sanderson

Munn

Matt McGrath

Matt McGrath

Ethan

Jan Tříska

Jan Tříska

Cap. Henry Wirz

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Andersonville (1996), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

This lengthy docudrama records the harrowing conditions at the Confederacy's most notorious prisoner-of-war camp. The drama unfolds through the eyes of a company of Union soldiers captured at the Battle of Cold Harbor, VA, in June 1864, and shipped to the camp in southern Georgia. A private, Josiah Day, and his sergeant try to hold their company together in the face of squalid living conditions, inhumane punishments, and a gang of predatory fellow prisoners called the Raiders.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Andersonville. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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