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Building the Alaska Highway (2005)

0.020050h 48mEN
Documentary

Directed by Tracy Heather Strain

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 48m

Language

EN

Release

February 7, 2005

Director

Tracy Heather Strain

Overview

In May of 1942, across the rugged sub-Arctic wilderness of Alaska and Canada, thousands of American soldiers began one of the biggest and most difficult construction projects ever undertaken-building the Alaska Highway. This program tells how young soldiers battled mud, muskeg, and mosquitoes; endur...

Cast

Joe Morton

Joe Morton

Narrator (voice)

Ruth Gruber

Ruth Gruber

Self - Journalist

Charles Hendricks

Charles Hendricks

Self - Military Historian

Heath Twichell

Heath Twichell

Self - Historian

William Griggs

William Griggs

Self - Army Engineer

Billy Connor

Billy Connor

Self - Civil Engineer

Hayward Oubre

Hayward Oubre

Self - Army Engineer

John Bollin

John Bollin

Self - Army Engineer

Henry Geyer

Henry Geyer

Self - Army Engineer

Fred Mims

Fred Mims

Self - Quartermaster Corps

Alden Hacker

Alden Hacker

Self - Army Engineer

Bob Trail

Bob Trail

Self - Canadian Resident

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Building the Alaska Highway (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In May of 1942, across the rugged sub-Arctic wilderness of Alaska and Canada, thousands of American soldiers began one of the biggest and most difficult construction projects ever undertaken-building the Alaska Highway. This program tells how young soldiers battled mud, muskeg, and mosquitoes; endured ice, snow, and bitter cold; and cut pathways through primeval forests to push a 1,520-mile road across one of the world's harshest landscapes.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Building the Alaska Highway. 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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