Movie: The Diary of an Unknown Soldier

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Brian Robertson
Brian Robertson

Peter Watkins
Peter Watkins

Narrator (voice)

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    A short story narrated by an unknown British soldier who reveals his hopes, fears, and disillusionment while heading into battle against the German army.

  • Release Date

    1959-01-02

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    6.4

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    3.2 starts
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    English
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