Eyes of Dawn
Eyes of Dawn

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Eyes of Dawn

1992
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Korean

During the Japanese control of Korea during WWII and before, they used Korea women as prostitutes for their Military Officers and Korean men as grunt soldiers to fight in the trenches during the war with the USA.

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IMDb7.2/10
Creator: Stan NealyGenres: War, Drama

Plot Summary

This sprawling miniseries chronicles the experiences of American Marines and Vietnamese civilians during the Tet Offensive in 1968. It delves into the complexities of war, exploring themes of courage, betrayal, and the devastating human cost of conflict. The narrative follows multiple characters as they navigate the chaos and moral ambiguities of wartime Vietnam.

Critical Reception

Eyes of Dawn received a mixed to positive reception, with praise for its ambition and scale, but some criticism regarding its length and pacing. The performances, particularly from the lead cast, were generally lauded for their intensity and depth. It was noted for its attempt to portray the multifaceted nature of the Vietnam War from various perspectives.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its epic scope and gritty portrayal of the Vietnam War.

  • Acknowledged for strong performances from its ensemble cast.

  • Criticized by some for its extensive runtime and occasional narrative sluggishness.

Google audience: N/A

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 4 Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Miniseries, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie (Kevin Anderson), and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie (Forest Whitaker).

Fun Fact

The miniseries was filmed on location in Thailand to recreate the landscapes of Vietnam.

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DennisHChristen

DennisHChristen

As a member of the cast of this award-winning drama, and as a foreign actor (non-Korean) that was blessed to work in that country's movie and television enterprises for more than 12 years, I am proud to tell the viewers that might get a cha...