Overview

PURPLE HEART tells of a clean-up effort after a covert mission gone wrong. It is the story of Colonel Allen, the leader of a new, elite military unit designed for covert operations. His first mission: assassinate Saddam Hussein prior to the beginning of the 2003 Iraq War. Sgt. Oscar Padilla is the sniper chosen for the mission targeting Hussein. Unfortunately the mission is compromised; Padilla is captured and tortured by the Iraqis.

Cast

William Sadler, Demetrius Navarro, Mel Harris, Ed Lauter, Emilio Rivera, Mary L. Carter, Russell Gannon, Joseph Aguilar

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What is "Purple Heart" about?

PURPLE HEART tells of a clean-up effort after a covert mission gone wrong. It is the story of Colonel Allen, the leader of a new, elite military unit designed for covert operations. His first mission: assassinate Saddam Hussein prior to the beginning of the 2003 Iraq War. Sgt. Oscar Padilla is the sniper chosen for the mission targeting Hussein. Unfortunately the mission is compromised; Padilla is captured and tortured by the Iraqis.

When was "Purple Heart" released?

Purple Heart was released in 2005.

Who stars in "Purple Heart"?

The cast includes William Sadler, Demetrius Navarro, Mel Harris, Ed Lauter.

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