The Iron Triangle (1989)

Name: The Iron Triangle
Genre: War, Drama
Released: 1989
Duration: 91 min
Rating: 5.4
Cast: Beau Bridges, Haing S. Ngor, Liem Whatley, Johnny Hallyday, Jim Ishida

1h 31m United States of America

War Drama

Plot

Drawing inspiration from the diary of an unnamed Viet Cong fighter, this poignant narrative delves into the humanity of war. The story centers on a Viet Cong soldier who, despite the conflict surrounding them, chooses to safeguard a captured American soldier. He believes the American had a chance to take his life but refrained from doing so. Through this lens, the film explores themes of compassion, loyalty, and the complexities of morality amid the chaos of the Vietnam War, offering a unique perspective on both sides of the brutal conflict.

Cast

Beau Bridges Haing S. Ngor Liem Whatley Johnny Hallyday Jim Ishida Ping Wu Jack Ong Arsenio Trinidad Iilana B'tiste Bobby McGee Richard Weygint Joe Seely François Chau Glen Chin