Basic Training(1971)
Basic Training Synopsis
During the summer of 1970 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, a group of men going through infantry training show how they're transformed from civilians into soldiers. As well as being a unique portrait of the US army at work, it's also a fascinating snapshot of a time and place at a defining moment in American history.
Basic Training (1971) is a documentary and war film directed by Frederick Wiseman, released on June 1, 1971 with a runtime of 1h 29m. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 17 ratings.
- Director:
- Frederick Wiseman
- Writers:
- Frederick Wiseman
- Producers:
- Frederick Wiseman
- Cinematographer:
- William Brayne
- Status:
- Released
Basic Training Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 17 ratings.
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Basic Training was released on June 1, 1971 and runs for 1h 29m.
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Basic Training (1971) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 17 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and war films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.