Generation Kill (HBO)
Raw depiction of American Marines in Iraq War
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About Generation Kill (HBO)
Released: 2008
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 1 Seasons Available (7 Episodes)
Cast
Alexander Skarsgård, James Ransone, Lee Tergesen, Billy Lush, Rey Valentin, Jon Huertas, Kellan Lutz, Pawel Szajda, Stefan Otto, Stark Sands, Jonah Lotan, Wilson Bethel, Marc Menchaca, Mike Figueroa, Rudy Reyes, Rich McDonald, Eric Ladin, Chance Kelly, Eric Nenninger, Brian Patrick Wade, Neal Jones, Michael Kelly, David Barrera, Benjamin Busch, Owain Yeoman, J. Salome Martinez, Nabil Elouahabi, Langley Kirkwood, Sal Alvarez, Daniel Fox, Bjorn Steinbach, Sydney Hall, Justin Shaw, Sean Brosnan, Theo Landey, Kyle Siebert, Jeffrey John Carisalez, Darron Meyer, Eric Kocher, Alexander Skarsgård, James Ransone, Jon Huertas, Lee Tergesen, Billy Lush, Pawel Szajda, Rey Valentin, Kellan Lutz, Stefan Otto
About Generation Kill (HBO)
'Generation Kill' is an American seven-part miniseries produced by HBO, premiered on July 13, 2008. The miniseries was adapted from the award-winning book of the same name by the journalist Evan Wright. It tells the story of the First Recon Marines as they embark on the first phase of the American military assault on Iraq in 2003.
Making / Production
The miniseries was produced by David Simon, Ed Burns, and George Faber. It was shot over a period of about six months and involved extensive research and preparation to accurately portray the events and conditions of the Iraq War. The production team went to great lengths to get authentic military gear and weapons to make the depiction as real as possible.
Actors
- Alexander Skarsgård as Sgt. Brad 'Iceman' Colbert - Skarsgard's portrayal of Sgt. Colbert is notable for its realism and restraint.
- James Ransone as Cpl. Josh Ray Person - Ransone brought humor and humanity to his portrayal of Cpl. Person.
- Lee Tergesen as reporter Evan Wright - Tergesen played Wright as an observer and participant, providing insight into the trials and realities of warfare.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The miniseries was filmed in Mozambique, South Africa, and Namibia to replicate the terrain of Iraq.
- The seven-part miniseries is based on the real-life experiences of Marines in the early stages of the Iraq War.
- Before filming, the cast underwent a gruelling boot camp to prepare for their roles.
Awards
'Generation Kill' was nominated for 11 Emmy Awards and won three, including Outstanding Sound Editing For A Miniseries, Movie Or A Special.
Quotes
- "Stay frosty." - Sgt. Brad 'Iceman' Colbert
- "It's combat, man. It's not fucking pretty." - Sgt. Eric Kocher
- "We're not in the killing-Nazis-business. We're in the killing-Iraqis-business." - Cpl. Josh Ray Person
Music, Soundtrack
- The theme song, "Tropic Lightning", is an original composition by the punk rock band The Gits.
- A notable piece from the soundtrack is "Enter Sandman" by Metallica, used in the miniseries to create a tension-filled atmosphere.
About Generation Kill (HBO)
Generation Kill is a war drama series about an American marine's firsthand experience during the early stages of Iraq Invasion.
