El Salvador: Another Vietnam (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1981, El Salvador: Another Vietnam is a documentary film directed by Glenn Silber, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. This political documentary illustrates the turbulent history of El Salvador from the 1920s-1970s, and the role of the U.S. government in that history. The most comprehensive film introduction to that country, examines the civil war there in light of the Reagan administration's decision to "draw the line" against "communist interference" in Central America. Archival material offers an overview of U.S. military and economic policy in Central America since 1948, while footage drawn from sources in the U.S., Mexico, and Europe provides extensive background to the current political and military situation.
Who’s in it. El Salvador: Another Vietnam stars Mike Farrell as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, El Salvador: Another Vietnam has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Salvador: Another Vietnam page.
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- Where can I watch El Salvador: Another Vietnam (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Salvador: Another Vietnam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Salvador: Another Vietnam worth watching?
- El Salvador: Another Vietnam holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Salvador: Another Vietnam?
- El Salvador: Another Vietnam stars Mike Farrell.
- When was El Salvador: Another Vietnam released?
- El Salvador: Another Vietnam was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.