Overview
There were five Marines and one Navy Corpsman photographed raising the U.S. flag on Mt. Suribachi by Joe Rosenthal on February 23, 1945. This is the story of three of the six surviving servicemen - John 'Doc' Bradley, Pvt. Rene Gagnon and Pvt. Ira Hayes - who fought in the battle to take Iwo Jima from the Japanese.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Flags of Our Fathers?
Flags of Our Fathers was directed by Clint Eastwood.
What was the budget and revenue for Flags of Our Fathers?
The official budget was $90,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $65,900,249 worldwide.
Where was Flags of Our Fathers produced?
It was produced by companies including DreamWorks Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, Malpaso Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures in United States of America.
Flags of Our Fathers Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Flags of Our Fathers wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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Franchise Collection
Clint Eastwood's Iwo Jima Collection
Production
