A sweeping epic charting the early years of the Civil War and how campaigns unfolded from Manassas to the Battle of Fredericksburg. This prequel to "Gettysburg" explores the motivations of the combatants and examines the lives of those who waited at home. Starring Jeff Daniels, Mira Sorvino, Robert Duvall and C. Thomas Howell. Special features include: Audio commentaries; Introduction by executive producer Ted Turner; 3 in-depth documentaries; Music videos by Bob Dyland and Mary Fahl. (2003) Running time: 213 minutes. Languages: English / SUB: English, French, Spanish.