A Bright Shining Lie
"In war as in life, the difference between truth and deception is what a man allows himself to believe."
Originally released in 1998. A Bright Shining Lie is a drama/war film. directed by Terry George.
Starring Bill Paxton, Amy Madigan, and Donal Logue
Synopsis
Something in his past keeps career Army man John Paul Vann from advancing past colonel. He views being sent to Vietnam as part of the US military advisory force a stepping stone to promotion. However, he disagrees vocally (and on the record) with the way the war is being run and is forced to leave the military. Returning to Vietnam as a civilian working with the Army, he comes to despise some South Vietnamese officers while he takes charge of some of the U.S. forces and continues his liaisons with Vietnamese women.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 30, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 58m
118 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- HBO
- Labrador Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Bright Shining Lie about?
Something in his past keeps career Army man John Paul Vann from advancing past colonel. He views being sent to Vietnam as part of the US military advisory force a stepping stone to promotion. Howev...
Who directed A Bright Shining Lie?
A Bright Shining Lie was directed by Terry George.
How long is A Bright Shining Lie?
A Bright Shining Lie has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
When was A Bright Shining Lie released?
A Bright Shining Lie was released on May 30, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Bright Shining Lie?
The main cast of A Bright Shining Lie includes Bill Paxton, Amy Madigan, Donal Logue, Robert John Burke, Vivian Wu.