I Was a Soldier (1970)
Overview
Three young Texans try to adjust to small-town life after experiencing the emotional toll of combat in the jungles of Vietnam.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.017 |
Directed By
Michael Grigsby
Crew
Michael Grigsby
TOP CAST
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