Basic Training
6.6/ 10IMDb7.315
19711h 29m
Overview
Shot during the summer of 1970 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, Frederick Wiseman’s film Basic Training focuses on a group of men going through infantry training, showing how they are turned from civilians into soldiers. As well as being a unique portrait of the US army at work, the film is also a fascinating snapshot of a time and place at a defining moment in American history.
Crew
- Director
- Frederick Wiseman
- Writer
- Frederick Wiseman
- Producer
- Frederick Wiseman
Frequently asked questions
What is Basic Training rated?
Basic Training has an audience rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 15 votes.
Who directed Basic Training?
Basic Training was directed by Frederick Wiseman.
When was Basic Training released?
Basic Training was released in 1971.
