A Very Short War (2010)
"A Very Short War" is a deeply personal story, exploring the ramifications of loss. It follows the short life of early Australian aviator, Cliff Carpenter, using his narrative as a template to speak for all lives senselessly lost in wartime conflict. The documentary climaxes in the skies over Oslo, Norway as two Messerschmitt Bf110's attack a RAF Sunderland Flying Boat. Nine airmen perish and one miraculously survives. The story is told through the eyes of Bill Young, the nephew Cliff would never know.
Director: Myles Conti, Bill Young
Runtime: 55 min
Release Date: April 25, 2010
Screenplay
Music: Peter Kaldor
Editing: Myles Conti
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Very Short War about?
- "A Very Short War" is a deeply personal story, exploring the ramifications of loss. It follows the short life of early Australian aviator, Cliff Carpenter, using his narrative as a template to speak for all lives senselessly lost in wartime conflict. The documentary climaxes in the skies over Oslo, Norway as two Messerschmitt Bf110's attack a RAF Sunderland Flying Boat. Nine airmen perish and one miraculously survives. The story is told through the eyes of Bill Young, the nephew Cliff would never know.
- Who directed A Very Short War?
- A Very Short War was directed by Myles Conti, Bill Young.
- How long is A Very Short War?
- A Very Short War has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).