Film Charlie Wilson’s War (2007)

Produced by Tom Hanks, written by Aaron Sorkin, and directed by Mike Nichols.
This adaptation of George Crile III’s bestseller tells the story of Texas congressman Charlie Wilson.
Wilson’s efforts to prevent the Red Army from overtaking Afghanistan led to the Soviet Union’s collapse.
In the early 1980s, Afghan “freedom fighters” defended off Soviet invaders against all odds.
Texas congressman Charlie Wilson was a key member of the House Appropriations Committee.
Wilson led an effort to provide weapons and training to the Mujahideen with the help of CIA operative Gust Avrokotos.
MPAA Rating R
Genres – Action, Adventure, Drama, War, Comedy