The Killing Fields
Directed by Roland JofféNew York Times reporter Sydney Schanberg is on assignment covering the Cambodian Civil War, with the help of local interpreter Dith Pran and American photojournalist Al Rockoff. When the U.S. Army pulls out amid escalating violence, Schanberg makes exit arrangements for Pran and his family. Pran, however, tells Schanberg he intends to stay in Cambodia to help cover the unfolding story — a decision he may regret as the Khmer Rouge rebels move in.
The Killing Fields Ratings & Reviews
- CubaneDecember 7, 2025It tells an important story, but Schanberg is just such an insufferable ass it's almost hard to watch. Pran deserved better!
- Coops_71September 11, 2025Such an important film, based on a true story of deep friendship and an unimaginable tradegy. Also features an amazing soundtrack produced by Mike Oldfield.
- Warren EscottFebruary 12, 2025Cambodians are some seriously tough people! Great film for very sad reasons. Everyone should watch this film though as a mark of respect to what they went through!
The Killing Fields Trivia
The Killing Fields was released on November 23, 1984.
The Killing Fields was directed by Roland Joffé.
The Killing Fields has a runtime of 2 hr 21 min.
The Killing Fields was produced by David Puttnam.
The key characters in The Killing Fields are Sydney Schanberg (Sam Waterston), Dith Pran (Haing S. Ngor), Al Rockoff (John Malkovich).
The Killing Fields is rated R.
The Killing Fields is a War, Drama, History film.
The Killing Fields has an audience rating of 9.1 out of 10.