Horrors Of WW1

From Stanley Kubrick, starring Kirk Douglas, Ralph Meeker, Adolphe Menjou, George Macready
Rated Approved

Paths of Glory is a 1957 anti-war film directed by Stanley Kubrick and produced by Kirk Douglas. The story takes place during World War I and is based on Humphrey Cobb’s novel of the same name. The film follows a French military unit led by Colonel Dax (Kirk Douglas) as they are given a suicidal mission to capture a heavily fortified German stronghold. Despite their heroic efforts, the men are unsuccessful and are then scapegoated for the failure by their commanders. Dax is then forced to defend his men in court-martial, where they face execution for their failure in battle. The film is widely regarded as one of the greatest anti-war films of all time, as it powerfully portrays the horrors of war and its effects on those forced to fight.

From Sam Mendes, starring Dean-Charles Chapman, George MacKay, Daniel Mays, Colin Firth
Rated R

1917 follows the story of two British soldiers, Lance Corporals Blake and Schofield, who are tasked with a near-impossible mission during World War I. They must cross enemy territory to deliver a message that will save the lives of 1,600 of their fellow soldiers. The two brave men face dangerous enemies, treacherous terrain, and time itself in a race against the clock as they fight to fulfill their mission. With the help of their courage and resourcefulness, they navigate their way through the war-torn landscape and outsmart their enemies in order to save the lives of their fellow soldiers.

From Lewis Milestone, starring Lew Ayres, Louis Wolheim, John Wray, Arnold Lucy
Rated Passed

All Quiet on the Western Front is a 1930 American drama film based on the 1929 novel of the same name by Erich Maria Remarque. It was directed by Lewis Milestone and stars Louis Wolheim, Lew Ayres, John Wray, Arnold Lucy and Ben Alexander. The film follows a group of German schoolboys, who enlist in the German army during World War I. The boys, who are full of enthusiasm for the war, quickly discover the brutal realities of life in the trenches. Through their experiences, they come to realize the futility and horrors of war. The movie was a critical and commercial success, with many critics calling it a powerful anti-war film. It won two Academy Awards, and was one of the first films to be deemed an "official classic" by the Library of Congress.

From Jean-Pierre Jeunet, starring Audrey Tautou, Gaspard Ulliel, Jodie Foster, Dominique Pinon
Rated R

A Very Long Engagement is a 2004 French romantic war drama film directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and starring Audrey Tautou. The plot follows a young woman named Mathilde, whose fiancé was declared missing in action during World War I. In her search for him, she discovers a darker truth about her beloved’s disappearance. Along the way, she meets several people who help her in her quest. Ultimately, Mathilde's journey is a story of hope, courage, and resilience.

From Edward Zwick, starring Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Aidan Quinn, Julia Ormond
Rated R

Legends of the Fall is a 1994 American epic drama film directed by Edward Zwick. The film is set in the early 20th century in the fictional town of Montana, USA. The story follows the lives of three brothers, played by Brad Pitt, Aidan Quinn, and Henry Thomas, as they struggle with love and loyalty in the harsh wilderness of the American West. As the brothers follow their different paths, they discover the consequences of their choices and come to terms with the tragedy of their past. The story is narrated by their father, played by Anthony Hopkins, and examines themes such as family, battle, and love. The film also stars Julia Ormond and features a memorable score by James Horner.

From Guy Ritchie, starring Robert Downey Jr., Jude Law, Jared Harris, Rachel McAdams
Rated PG-13