THE MARINES

Details

• Release Year: 2007
• Genre: Documentary, Special Interest
• Plot: With significant access to Marine Corps training facilities aroudn the country, THE MARINES examines the unique 'warrior culture' of the smallest but fiercest branch of the U.S. armed servies. This 90 minute high-definition documenatary focuses on their training and examines what it takes to become a Marine and what it means to be a Marine. The Marine Corps 'Warrior Ethos' is engrained into Marines from their earliest training. This program examines the nature of the strong bond that Marines have to one another and to the Corps. With interviews from present and formar Marines of all ranks, authors and correspondents, THE MARINES illustrates the rich history, traditions, and continuing importance of the Marine Corps. The program also explores the role of women in the Corps and visits the new Marine Corps Museum in Quantico.
• Cast: Hunter Armstrong, Robert Chase, Bruce DuBose, Michael W. Hagee, Robert Kaplan, Thomas Ricks, John Grant
• Director: John Grant
• Runtime: 1:30
• Company: WNED TV Bullalo/Toronto, Driftwood Productions, PBS Home Video
• Media Format: Movie