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The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez 2007

The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez is a 2007 documentary directed by Heidi Specogna. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes. Critics gave it 59 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10.

IMDb rating
7.6/10
Metascore
59
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The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez 2007
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Heidi Specogna
Genre
Documentary
Studio
Atopia
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez About?

The premise of The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez without spoilers.

This documentary tells the tragic story of José Antonio Gutierrez, a US soldier who lost his life just hours into the Iraq conflict. As a "green-card soldier," he fought for his adopted country, leaving behind a family and a lasting legacy. The film humanizes the often-overlooked statistics of war by focusing on Gutierrez's personal story and the profound impact of his sacrifice, exploring the complex circumstances that led him to serve.

The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez Themes & Keywords

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The Director of The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez

Directed by Heidi Specogna.

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More films directed by Heidi Specogna: The Lady with the Arrows, Pepe Mujica: Lessons From the Flowerbed, Carte Blanche and Tupamaros.

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The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez 59 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10.

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The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez FAQ: Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez?

The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez released?

The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez was released on April 27, 2007.

Who directed The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez?

The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez was directed by Heidi Specogna.

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How is The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez rated?

The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez has 7.6/10 on IMDb and 59 on Metacritic.

Does The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez have a post-credit scene?

No. The Short Life of José Antonio Gutierrez has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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