Movie

The Forgotten War (1967)

• January 1, 1967
• 19m

Overview

Focuses on the history of foreign intervention in Laos, first by France and then by the United States. It shows how the liberation forces of Laos, under continuous U.S. bombing, were able to run an entire society in hidden caves and tunnels. Through the leadership of the Pathet Lao, they organized schools, cultural activities, clinics, as well as political and military activities literally underground.

Director

Santiago Álvarez

Writers

Santiago Álvarez

Starring

Julio Batista