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“The Show The Pentagon Couldn't Stop!”

A documentary about a political troupe headed by actors Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland which traveled to towns near military bases in the US in the early 1970s. The group put on shows called "F.T.A.", which stood for "F**k the Army", and was aimed at convincing soldiers to voice their opposition to the Vietnam War, which was raging at the time. Various singers, actors and other entertainers performed antiwar songs and skits during the show.

Director

Francine Parker

Music

Aminadav Aloni

Screenplay

Michael Alaimo

Screenplay

Len Chandler

Status

Released

Release date

21/07/1972

Original language

English