The Threatening Sky (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film
Released in 1966, The Threatening Sky is a war and documentary film directed by Joris Ivens, running about 32 minutes.
What it’s about. Pro-Vietnamese film created by Dutch filmmaker Joris Ivens. This black and white film begins with an introduction by Bertrand Russell, who explains the history of the run-up to the American involvement in Vietnam. The film shows scenes of Vietnamese soldiers in trenches, American helicopters, agricultural workers, and children assembling anti-aircraft shells. A narrator speaks of the American invasion as being on par with the Germans during World War II and characterizes the Vietnamese as resistance fighters. Anti-American protests are shown. Ivens is shown interviewing Ho Chi Minh. Vietnamese villagers build dams for rice paddies, make traps using bamboo spikes, and take cover during air raids. Scenes include the headquarters of the National Liberation Front, a military execution, bombings, and villagers attempting to shoot down US bomber planes.
Who’s in it. The Threatening Sky stars Joris Ivens as Interviewer, Hồ Chí Minh as Himself, Bertrand Russell as Himself and Lindsay Anderson as Narrator (UK), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Threatening Sky page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Threatening Sky tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Threatening Sky (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Threatening Sky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Threatening Sky?
- The Threatening Sky stars Joris Ivens, Hồ Chí Minh, Bertrand Russell, Lindsay Anderson and Serge Reggiani.
- When was The Threatening Sky released?
- The Threatening Sky was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 32 minutes.