FTA 1972
“The Show The Pentagon Couldn't Stop!”
What is FTA?
FTA is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Comedy, Documentary, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 21, 1972
- Studios
- Indochina Peace Committee (IPC) Films, Duque Films, Free Theater Associates
- Genres
- Comedy, Documentary, Music
- Updated
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Overview
FTA is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Comedy, Documentary, Music. Produced and broadcast by Indochina Peace Committee (IPC) Films, Duque Films, Free Theater Associates. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A traveling troupe uses humor and music to challenge the Vietnam War.”
- Features early‑1970s anti‑war performances
- Stars Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland
- Provides historical glimpse of activist theater
- Contains strong language
- Focused on a specific historical period may limit broader appeal
Watch it if you’re interested in 1970s anti‑war activism and documentary performance art.
The film includes explicit language and politically charged content, making it suitable for mature viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who leads the political troupe featured in the film?
The troupe is headed by actors Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland.
What does the abbreviation F.T.A. stand for?
F.T.A. stands for "F**k the Army."
What was the goal of the F.T.A. shows?
The shows aimed to encourage soldiers to voice opposition to the Vietnam War.
Where did the troupe travel to perform?
They traveled to towns near U.S. military bases in the early 1970s.
What types of performances are included?
The film features anti‑war songs, skits, and other entertainment by singers and actors.