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Apocalypse Now
Drama film with a runtime of 153 minutes, released in 1979. Presented in English.
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Francis Ford Coppola and John Milius collaborated on the adaptation of Conrad's Heart of Darkness, turning it into a unique examination of the horrors of war. In 1968 Captain Benjamin L. Willard is ordered to find and 'terminate with extreme prejudice' renegade Colonel Walter E. Kurtz who has become deranged, deserted, and set himself up as a brutal dictator-cum-god in Cambodia. A documentary follows which tells of the real 'Kurtz'.
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How long is Apocalypse Now?
Apocalypse Now runs for 2h 33m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under drama, guy flick, action/adventure, adaptation.
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