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The Reason Why
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The Reason Why

1970-01-02 · 13 min · ★ 10.0

Drama

A meditation on My Lai.

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Directors
Paul Leaf
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Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Eli WallachEli WallachCharles
Robert RyanRobert RyanRoger
Joan CopelandJoan CopelandCharles's Wife (voice) (uncredited)

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