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Pilots in Pajamas (1968)

Original title: Piloten im Pyjama

1968-04-17 · 1h 9m · DE
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Produced by DEFA and broadcast in four parts in 1968, this documentary series consists of extended interviews with ten United States Air Force and Navy pilots captured during bombing missions over North Vietnam. Filmed at Hỏa Lò Prison in Hanoi, the films focus on the pilots’ backgrounds, military service, and views on the bombing campaign and the war.

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Walter HeynowskiDirectorGerhard ScheumannDirector

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Herwart GrosseHerwart GrosseNarratorGerhard ScheumannGerhard ScheumannInterviewerEverett AlvarezEverett AlvarezSelf

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What is Pilots in Pajamas about?

Produced by DEFA and broadcast in four parts in 1968, this documentary series consists of extended interviews with ten United States Air Force and Navy pilots captured during bombing missions over North Vietnam. Filmed at Hỏa Lò Prison in Hanoi, the films focus on the pilots’ backgrounds, military service, and views on the bombing campaign and the war.

How long is Pilots in Pajamas?

Pilots in Pajamas has a runtime of 69 minutes.