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Guadalcanal Diary (1943)

"The Victory picture of the year !"

5.619431h 33mEN
ActionWarDrama

Directed by Lewis Seiler

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

October 27, 1943

Director

Lewis Seiler

Official Trailer

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Overview

Concentrating on the personal lives of those involved, a war correspondent takes us through the preparations, landing and initial campaign on Guadalcanal during WWII.

Cast

Preston Foster

Preston Foster

Father Donnelly

Lloyd Nolan

Lloyd Nolan

Sgt. Hook Malone

William Bendix

William Bendix

Corp. Taxi Potts

Richard Conte

Richard Conte

Capt. Davis

Anthony Quinn

Anthony Quinn

Jesus ('Soose') Alverez

Richard Jaeckel

Richard Jaeckel

Pvt. Johnny ('Chicken') Anderson

Roy Roberts

Roy Roberts

Capt. Jame Cross

Minor Watson

Minor Watson

Col Wallace E. Grayson

Ralph Byrd

Ralph Byrd

Ned Rowman

Lionel Stander

Lionel Stander

Sgt. Butch

Reed Hadley

Reed Hadley

War Correspondent/ Narrator

John Archer

John Archer

Lt. Thurmond

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Guadalcanal Diary (1943), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Concentrating on the personal lives of those involved, a war correspondent takes us through the preparations, landing and initial campaign on Guadalcanal during WWII.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Guadalcanal Diary. 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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