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2006 · 131 min · PG

We Are Marshall

Directed by McG · Drama, History

We Are Marshall (2006) is a Drama film, directed by McG set in West Virginia during the 1970s, in fall. It runs 131 minutes and is rated PG.

A sports drama, with a melancholic and hopeful tone. Themes of grief & loss run throughout.

Composer
Christophe Beck
Cinematography
Shane Hurlbut
Cast
Matthew McConaugheyMatthew FoxAnthony MackieDavid StrathairnIan McShaneKate MaraJanuary JonesKate Kneeland

The world of this film

Setting

Setting
When
Season

Premise & themes

Tone
MelancholicHopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Ensemble
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Based on
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