A documentary about a political troupe headed by actors Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland which traveled to towns near military bases in the US in the early 1970s. The group put on shows called "F.T.A.", which stood for "F**k the Army", and was aimed at convincing soldiers to voice their opposition to the Vietnam War, which was raging at the time. Various singers, actors and other entertainers performed antiwar songs and skits during the show.
Direction
Francine Parker captured a movement the government wanted erased.
Writing
Satirical sketches sharper than most SNL political cold opens.
Director
Francine Parker
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The film disappeared for 35 years after its brief release — distributor American International Pictures allegedly destroyed prints under pressure.
Real GIs in the audience are often the most vocal responders; the film captures active-duty dissent rarely documented elsewhere.
US
