True Whispers: The Story Of The Navajo Code Talkers

TRUE WHISPERS explores the stories of young Navajo men who were recruited into the Marines from harsh government boarding schools during World War II. From 1942-1945, the Code Talkers devised an unbreakable code in their native Navajo language, and became the United States' secret weapon. These brave young men transmitted vital coded messages during the most vicious conflicts in the Pacific theater of war, including the Battle of Iwo Jima. Unfortunately, after the war they returned to their homes with no recognition, no medals, or awards for their courageous service. For decades afterward, the Code Talkers were sworn to secrecy and their codes classified, in case their services were needed again. Declassified and now available on streaming for the first time, don’t miss this powerful true story as told by the heroes themselves.

True Whispers is directed and written by Valerie Red-Horse Mohl, produced by Gale Anne Hurd, Valerie Red-Horse Mohl and Dawn Jackson in association with ITVS, with funding provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. This film debuted on PBS in 2002, is narrated by noted actor William H. Macy and features original Navajo music. The film won Best Feature Documentary at the 2002 American Indian Film Festival.

Narrated by: William H. Macy

William H. Macy is a two-time Emmy Award winner, four-time Screen Actors Guild Award-winner and was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in Fargo. For a decade he has played Frank Gallagher in "Shameless," the Showtime adaptation of the British television series.

Directed by: Valerie Red-Horse

Valerie Red-Horse is an actress and filmmaker of Cherokee/Sioux heritage. She is the founder, president, and owner ofRed-Horse Native Productions, Inc., a company specializing in motion picture and television production.

This film is not rated and has a run time of 60 minutes.