Movies
The Killing Fields
- November 23, 1984
- 142 min.
- Drama, History, War
- United Kingdom
- United States
United Kingdom
United States
New York Times reporter Sydney Schanberg is on assignment covering the Cambodian Civil War, with the help of local interpreter Dith Pran and American photojournalist Al Rockoff. When the U.S. Army pulls out amid escalating violence, Schanberg makes exit arrangements for Pran and his family. Pran, however, tells Schanberg he intends to stay in Cambodia to help cover the unfolding story — a decision he may regret as the Khmer Rouge rebels move in.
Original title: The Killing Fields
7
nominations
43%
winning rate
3
wins
Academy Awards #57 - 1985
| Award | People | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Best Picture | David Puttnam - as producer(s) | — |
| Best Directing | Roland Joffé | — |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role | Sam Waterston | — |
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Haing S. Ngor | Winner |
| Best Adapted Screenplay | Bruce Robinson | — |
| Best Cinematography | Chris Menges | Winner |
| Best Film Editing | Jim Clark | Winner |
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