

The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.
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The Thin Red Line (1998) Trailer - The Criterion Collection
Cast

Jim Caviezel
Pvt. Robert Witt

Nick Nolte
Lt. Col. Gordon Tall

Sean Penn
1st Sgt. Edward Welsh

Ben Chaplin
Pvt. Jack Bell

Elias Koteas
Capt. James Staros

John Cusack
Capt. John Gaff

Dash Mihok
Pfc. Don Doll

John C. Reilly
Sgt. Maynard Storm

Woody Harrelson
Sgt. William Keck

Miranda Otto
Marty Bell

Arie Verveen
Pfc. Charlie Dale

Kirk Acevedo
Pvt. Alfredo Tella
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