Five Came Back

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About

Five Came Back is a 2017 documentary series based on the book "Five Came Back: A Story of Hollywood and the Second World War" by Mark Harris. The series follows the stories of five legendary Hollywood film directors - John Ford, William Wyler, John Huston, Frank Capra, and George Stevens - who served in World War II and used their experiences to create influential war documentaries that have stood the test of time. The show delves deep into how these directors' lives and perspectives were forever changed by the war, ultimately shaping the way they approached filmmaking after their return to Hollywood.

Making / Production

The series was directed by Laurent Bouzereau and narrated by Meryl Streep. It features interviews with contemporary filmmakers such as Steven Spielberg, Francis Ford Coppola, and Guillermo del Toro reflecting on the impact and legacy of the five directors highlighted in the show. Through a combination of archival footage, film clips, and insightful commentary, Five Came Back provides a compelling look at the intersection of war and cinema.

Actors

• John Ford - Directed by Alias Cris, Minimal, etc.
• William Wyler - Directed by X, Y, Z
• John Huston - Directed by A, B, C
• Frank Capra - Directed by D, E, F
• George Stevens - Directed by G, H, I

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Five Came Back was inspired by the book of the same name by Mark Harris.
• Meryl Streep's narration adds an extra layer of gravitas to the series.
• The series received critical acclaim for its in-depth exploration of the directors' wartime experiences.