Johnny Got His Gun
Originally released in 2008. Johnny Got His Gun is a drama film. directed by Rowan Joseph. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Matty Ferraro, Rowan Joseph, and Meredith Kendall
Synopsis
The story of a young American soldier hit by an artillery shell on the last day of the First World War. The film takes place in the mind of a quadruple amputee who has also lost his eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. Regaining consciousness, 20 year-old Joe Bonham slowly discovers that while his brain is healthy and able to reason, the rest of his body is irreparably shattered, leaving him forever trapped within the confines of his own imagination. He struggles valiantly to find some way to communicate with the outside world. Tapping his head in Morse code he breaks through and pleads with his caretakers to be put on display as a living example of the cost of war.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 22, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Tres Hermanos Productions
- Greenwood Hills Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnny Got His Gun about?
The story of a young American soldier hit by an artillery shell on the last day of the First World War. The film takes place in the mind of a quadruple amputee who has also lost his eyes, ears, nos...
Who directed Johnny Got His Gun?
Johnny Got His Gun was directed by Rowan Joseph.
How long is Johnny Got His Gun?
Johnny Got His Gun has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Johnny Got His Gun released?
Johnny Got His Gun was released on October 22, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Johnny Got His Gun?
The main cast of Johnny Got His Gun includes Matty Ferraro, Rowan Joseph, Meredith Kendall, Ben McKenzie, Shane Partlow.