Makers of "Atonement" discuss their new film about a Marine and the first Iraq War
Summary
The film "Atonement" tells the true story of a U.S. Marine who accidentally killed three civilians during the first Iraq War in Baghdad. The movie shows his struggle with guilt and his efforts to connect with the victims’ surviving family to seek peace.Key Facts
- "Atonement" is based on a true story about a U.S. Marine in the first Iraq War.
- The Marine mistakenly fired on a family at a busy intersection in Baghdad, killing three civilians.
- The film explores the Marine’s feelings of guilt and trauma after the incident.
- It also shows his long attempt to reach out to the surviving family members.
- The movie is adapted from a New Yorker story by Dexter Filkins.
- Reed Van Dyk produced and directed the film.
- Actor Boyd Holbrook stars in the movie.
- The makers discussed the film on CBS News’ program "The Takeout."
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