Firefight (1986 film)
| Firefight | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Sheldon Lettich |
| Written by | Sheldon Lettich |
| Produced by | Sheldon Lettich |
| Starring | Brian Thompson |
| Cinematography | Mike Danesky |
| Edited by | Sheldon Lettich Brett Laumann |
| Music by | Kevin Bassinson |
Release date |
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Running time | 20 mins |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Firefight is a 1986 American short film directed by Sheldon Lettich set during the Vietnam War. Lettich was a Vietnam veteran and based the film on his experiences. Lettich originally wrote the story as a stage play Tracers (which had eight authors).[1]
The movie was shot in 1983 over two long weekends at the Marine Corps Base at Camp Pendleton, California.[2] Post production took several years due to lack of funds. However it was a success and launched his filmmaking career.[3][4]
Premise
[edit]During the Vietnam War a group of marines come under attack.
Cast
[edit]- Frank Dux
- Brian Thompson
- Phillip Rhee
References
[edit]- ^ "Play about people confronts Vietnam". The Sacramento Bee. 15 July 1985. p. 16.
- ^ "Oorah! Action Legend Filmmaker Sheldon Lettich Talks About FIREFIGHT". Far Sighted Blog. 28 March 2003.
- ^ "Sheldon Lettich On Directing His Short Film Firefight, Favorite Vietnam War Movie". 411 Mania. 25 March 2023.
- ^ "Interview with Director Sheldon Lettich by Marco A. S. Freitas". Tumblr.