Heroes of Iwo Jima

Nan
1h 34m
2001
5.5 /10 (3)

Overview

This heartrending documentary tells the story behind the most famous war photograph ever taken.

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Released Date: 2001-06-17

Top Billed Cast

Gene Hackman

Self - Host/Narrator

James Bradley

Self

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