And the Bombs Keep Falling
And the Bombs Keep Falling

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And the Bombs Keep Falling

1974
Movie
95 min
English

France 1944. A landslide imprisons five American soldiers in a cave where, after seven days, they find a passage that leads to a cache of weapons, food and Germans.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Gavin LambertGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

A disillusioned American journalist finds himself in Cambodia during the early stages of the Vietnam War. As the conflict escalates, he becomes entangled with a mysterious woman and witnesses the devastating human cost of the war. He struggles with his conscience and the responsibility of reporting the truth amidst the chaos.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'And the Bombs Keep Falling' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some commending its attempt to address the realities of war and its impact on individuals, while others found its narrative unfocused and its characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty depiction of war's impact on civilians.

  • Criticized for a meandering plot and lack of character depth.

  • Seen as a well-intentioned but ultimately flawed examination of wartime morality.

Google audience: While specific Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, general audience sentiment suggests a divided opinion, with some appreciating its serious themes and others finding it slow-paced or emotionally distant.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Cambodia before the Khmer Rouge takeover, adding a layer of historical poignancy to its depiction of the country's turmoil.

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