When Trumpets Fade
1998
In WWII Western Germany, Private David Manning reluctantly leaves behind a mortally wounded fellow soldier and searches for survivors from his platoon, only to learn from commanding officer Captain Pritchett that they have all been killed in action. Despite requesting a discharge on the grounds of mental disability, Manning is promoted to sergeant and assigned to lead a new platoon of young inductees.
Director:
John Irvin
Writers:
W.W. Vought
Awards:
1 win & 5 nominations total
Production:
John Irvin
Country:
United States
