Regret to Inform(1999)
Regret to Inform Synopsis
In this film made over ten years, filmmaker Barbara Sonneborn goes on a pilgrimage to the Vietnamese countryside where her husband was killed. She and translator (and fellow war widow) Xuan Ngoc Nguyen explore the meaning of war and loss on a human level. The film weaves interviews with Vietnamese and American widows into a vivid testament to the legacy of war.
Regret to Inform (1999) is a documentary film directed by Barbara Sonneborn, released on July 22, 1999 with a runtime of 1h 12m. It stars Barbara Sonneborn and Xuan Ngoc Nguyen. Viewers rate it 7.9 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Barbara Sonneborn
- Writers:
- Barbara Sonneborn
- Producers:
- Barbara Sonneborn, Janet Cole
- Cinematographer:
- Daniel Reeves
- Status:
- Released
Regret to Inform Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Barbara Sonneborn, written by Barbara Sonneborn, produced by Barbara Sonneborn and Janet Cole.
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Regret to Inform Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.9/10 from 7 ratings.
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Regret to Inform – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Regret to Inform online?
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Regret to Inform (1999) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Regret to Inform?
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The main cast of Regret to Inform (1999) includes Barbara Sonneborn and Xuan Ngoc Nguyen. The film was directed by Barbara Sonneborn. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Regret to Inform released?
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Regret to Inform was released on July 22, 1999 and runs for 1h 12m.
Is Regret to Inform worth watching?
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Regret to Inform (1999) holds an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.