Basic Training (1971)

  • CategoryDocumentary, War
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Runtime1h 29m
  • DirectorFrederick Wiseman
  • IMDb Rating6.8
  • Year1971
  • Release dateJun 01, 1971
Basic Training

Basic Training

DocumentaryWar

During the summer of 1970 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, a group of men going through infantry training show how they're transformed from civilians into soldiers. As well as being a unique portrait of the US army at work, it's also a fascinating snapshot of a time and place at a defining moment in American history.

Basic Training Synopsis

Basic Training (1971) holds a 6.8/10 audience rating on 1337x. This captivating Documentary and War film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Frederick Wiseman, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. During the summer of 1970 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, a group of men going through infantry training show how they're transformed from civilians into soldiers. As well as being a unique portrait of the US...