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The Forgotten (1989)

5.419891h 31mEN
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Directed by James Keach

Rating

5.4/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

April 26, 1989

Director

James Keach

Overview

Based on a story by Vietnam veteran Paul Staples, the film concerns six American Green Berets, held for 17 years in a Vietnamese POW camp. They are finally released in secret, during a delicate trade-talk session between Vietnam and the United States. Captain Tom Watkins, the ex-prisoners' CO, begin...

Cast

Keith Carradine

Keith Carradine

Cap. Tom Watkins

Steve Railsback

Steve Railsback

Lt. Jesse Brady

Pepe Serna

Pepe Serna

Sgt. Pepe Gutierrez

Richard Lawson

Richard Lawson

Sgt. Frank " Doc " McDermott

Don Keith Opper

Don Keith Opper

Sgt. Peter Lowell

Michael Champion

Michael Champion

Sgt. Elmer J. Miller

Tzi Ma

Tzi Ma

Premier

Bruce Boa

Bruce Boa

Pearse

Stacy Keach

Stacy Keach

Adam Roth

Mimi Maynard

Mimi Maynard

Claudia Feldhaus

Sandra Will

Sandra Will

Major White

William Lucking

William Lucking

Colonel Jack Westford

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Forgotten (1989), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Based on a story by Vietnam veteran Paul Staples, the film concerns six American Green Berets, held for 17 years in a Vietnamese POW camp. They are finally released in secret, during a delicate trade-talk session between Vietnam and the United States. Captain Tom Watkins, the ex-prisoners' CO, begins to suspect that government-man Adam Roth, who is in charge of the debriefing, may be pursuing a hidden agenda that will result in the early deaths of Watkins and the five men under his command.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Forgotten. 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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