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The Execution of Private Slovik

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Determined to put his criminal record behind him, Eddie Slovik (Martin Sheen) finds a wife, settles down and thinks himself fortunate not to be drafted, owing to his prison record. But when the rules of the draft change, Eddie finds himself at boot camp, where he is hopelessly inept as a soldier. Nevertheless, his superiors cheat to push him through, and Eddie quickly proves just as much of a bungler on the front line until he finally chooses to desert -- an act that will have dire consequences.

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Dick Lochte Los Angeles Free Press 12/16/2019
The film is not only fine theater but a thoroughly convincing piece of history. Go to Full Review Augusto Martínez Torres El Pais (Spain) 08/07/2019
This is one of Lamont Johnson's best movies -- a product of a good script, but one resents a certain indifference. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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12/07/2009 a sad film, based on a true story. a must see. Martin Sheen is a master. See more Read all reviews
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Lamont Johnson

Director

Martin Sheen

Eddie Slovik

Mariclare Costello

Antoinette Slovik

Ned Beatty

Father Stafford

Gary Busey

Jimmy Feedek

Matt Clark

Dunn
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Synopsis Determined to put his criminal record behind him, Eddie Slovik (Martin Sheen) finds a wife, settles down and thinks himself fortunate not to be drafted, owing to his prison record. But when the rules of the draft change, Eddie finds himself at boot camp, where he is hopelessly inept as a soldier. Nevertheless, his superiors cheat to push him through, and Eddie quickly proves just as much of a bungler on the front line until he finally chooses to desert -- an act that will have dire consequences.
Director
Lamont Johnson
Producer
Richard Dubleman
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (TV)
Mar 13, 1974
Runtime
2h 2m