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o.k. (1970)
Director: Michael Verhoeven
Cast: Friedrich von Thun, Hartmut Becker, Wolfgang Fischer, Ewald Precht
Runtime80 min
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A five-man US fireteam dig in at the Bon Song Valley (represented by the Bavarian forest) to await the end of the Easter truce with the Vietnamese. A Vietnamese girl passes by and the team rape and kill her. One refuses to take part and escapes to report the incident, but it is dismissed by his superior.
Critical Reception & Ratings
o.k. (1970), directed by Michael Verhoeven, is a drama film that depicts the rape and killing of a Vietnamese girl by a US fireteam. The film's controversial subject matter has made it a divisive work, with critics divided on its merits. No major awards or nominations have been reported for this film, and its public reception is unclear as ratings on platforms like IMDb are not widely available.
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Directed by Michael Verhoeven in 1970, o.k. is a powerful and thought-provoking drama that delves into the moral complexities of war. With standout performances from its cast, including Friedrich von Thun, this film offers a unique and unflinching perspective on the horrors of the Vietnam War, making it a must-watch for fans of hard-hitting and thematically rich cinema.
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o.k., sometimes spelled O.K., is a 1970 West German anti-war film written and directed by Michael Verhoeven. It was chosen as West Germany's official submission to the 43rd Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film, but did not receive a nomination. The film was also entered into the 20th Berlin International Film Festival. However, the competition was cancelled and no prizes were awarded, over controversy surrounding the film.
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