The Shadow of Vietnam

Television (Full Length) – 1995

Between 1964-1972, 4,000 young New Zealanders volunteered for service in Vietnam. Itching to get out into the world and do something exciting, the thrills were soon replaced by the grim reality of war. Things deteriorated further when they returned home to face an angry public; they were told to get out of their uniform quickly and not to tell anyone where they had been. This documentary gives the soldiers a chance to tell their stories for the first time. Interspersed with the interviews are 8mm film clips and selected official war footage.

Key Cast & Crew

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Grant Campbell

Producer

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Peter Metcalf

Editor

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Bryce Campbell

Interviewer, Director

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James Cowley

Camera

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Russell Baxter

Camera

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Monique Oomen

Interviewer

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Source

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