The Fifth Day of Peace (1969)
Directed by Giuliano Montaldo
Genres - Drama, War |
Sub-Genres - Docudrama, Propaganda Film |
Run Time - 104 min. |
Countries - Italy |
MPAA Rating - PG
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
In the uncertain days following the end of World War II, disillusioned German soldiers wander aimlessly over the charred countryside of Italy. Two of these soldiers are rounded up by their superiors and charged with desertion--surrender or no surrender. Despite an Allied edict that the Germans are no longer permitted to stage military trials, the two hapless conscripts are sentenced to death by firing squad. The Fifth Day of Peace was based on a true story.
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war, desertion, military, prison, truce