Midway. (2020) / Lionsgate presents in association with Shanghai Ruyi Entertainment ; a Roland Emmerich film ; written by Wes Tooke ; produced by Roland Emmerich, Harold Kloser ; directed by Roland Emmerich.
Publisher:
Lionsgate,
Copyright Date:
2020
Description:
1 videodisc (approximately 138 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Ed Skrein, Patrick Wilson, Luke Evans, Aaron Eckhart, Nick Jonas, Etsushi Toyokawa, Tadanobu Asano, Luke Kleintank, Jun Kunimura, Darren Criss, Keean Johnson, Mandy Moore, Dennis Quaid, Woody Harrelson. Originally released as a motion picture in 2019. Wide screen. Special features: audio commentary with director ; 'Getting it right: the making of Midway' ; The men of Midway ; Roland Emmerich: man on a mission ; Turning point: the legacy of Midway ; Joe Rochefort: breaking the Japanese code ; We met at Midway: two survivors remember ; theatrical trailer.
Summary:
Centers on the Battle of Midway, a clash between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy which marked a pivotal turning point in the Pacific Theater during WWII. The film, based on the real-life events of this heroic feat, tells the story of the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude, and bravery to overcome the odds.
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