Movies About WW1

From Stars: Maksim Kostyunin, Maryna Koshkina, Makar Tikhomirov, Viktor Zhdanov, starring

"There Will Be People" is a 2020 film by director Stars. It follows a group of four friends—Maksim Kostyunin, Maryna Koshkina, Makar Tikhomirov, and Viktor Zhdanov—who are all searching for answers in the wake of an unexpected tragedy. As they come to terms with the loss of their friend, they also grapple with their own personal challenges and relationships. As they come together, they form a bond that will help them move past their struggles and find a new way to live. The film is an exploration of love, loss and friendship, and the power of being able to talk with one another in difficult times.

From Stars: Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, starring
Rated TV-PG

Blackadder Goes Forth is a British historical comedy series set in World War I. It follows the adventures of Edmund "Blackadder" Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson) and his cohorts. Edmund is a cunning, sarcastic, and cynical aristocrat who finds himself in the trenches of the Western Front trying to survive the war. Along with Baldrick (Tony Robinson), his bumbling sidekick, and Lt. George (Hugh Laurie), his upper-class comrade, Edmund must survive the horrors of the war while also trying to avoid the deadly schemes of Captain Kevin Darling (Stephen Fry). The series offers a unique and often extremely blackly humorous perspective on the war, with Edmund's schemes and often outrageous attempts to avoid being sent to the front lines. Along the way, Edmund also deals with the bureaucracy of the war, the futility of it all, and the occasional comic relief of the characters.

From Stars: Cheryl Campbell, Emrys James, Jane Wenham, Peter Woodward, starring

Testament of Youth is a 1979 British drama film directed by Claudia Buttner and starring Cheryl Campbell, Emrys James, Jane Wenham, and Peter Woodward. The story is based on the memoir of the same name by Vera Brittain and chronicles her experiences of the First World War. The film follows the life of Vera, a young woman who leaves her comfortable home to enroll in Oxford University, only to be confronted with the reality of war. When her fiancé and close friends enlist in the army, Vera joins the Voluntary Aid Detachment to serve as a nurse during the conflict. Through her experiences, Vera learns to face the horrors of war and ultimately find a new purpose in life. The film is a powerful testament to the strength and courage of one woman in the face of adversity.

From Stars: Guido Cella, Ray Lovelock, Mario Adorf, Ottavia Piccolo, starring

Mino (1986) is a drama film directed by Stars and starring Guido Cella, Ray Lovelock, Mario Adorf, and Ottavia Piccolo. The story follows Mino, a young man who is forced to face the harsh realities of life in the slums of Rome. After losing his job as a chauffeur, he descends into a life of crime and desperation. Through his struggles, Mino begins to appreciate the importance of family, friendship, and loyalty. He must ultimately choose between his own redemption and the dangers of a life of crime. Along with its powerful message, the film is filled with memorable performances and beautiful cinematography.

From Stars: Udo Samel, George Morris, Larry Day, Mark Camacho, starring

14 Tagebücher des Ersten Weltkriegs (14 Diaries of the First World War) is a 2014 German-produced documentary directed by Udo Samel. The film focuses on a group of German soldiers and their personal diaries from the battlefields of World War I. The diaries provide an intimate, firsthand look at the horrors of the war, as well as the bond between the soldiers who experienced it. Through these diaries and interviews with historians, the documentary paints a vivid picture of this devastating conflict, as seen through the eyes of those who lived it. The film features interviews with George Morris, Larry Day, and Mark Camacho.

From Stars: Paul McGann, Bill Fellows, Matthew Marsh, Anthony Calf, starring

The Monocled Mutineer is a 1986 British drama miniseries directed by Jim O'Brien. It follows the story of Private William Robinson (Paul McGann), a British soldier stationed in Germany in 1916 who is court-martialed and sentenced to death for his part in an alleged riot among his fellow soldiers. Private Robinson's story is told against the backdrop of the circumstances leading up to the Easter Rebellion in Dublin in 1916. The series follows Robinson's journey from being a young soldier, to becoming a national hero and folk legend, as he attempts to prove his innocence and rally support for his cause. Along the way, he finds allies in his sister (Bill Fellows) and a journalist (Matthew Marsh), as well as enemies in the form of an oppressive army and a corrupt British government. The miniseries earned critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards, including Best Drama Serial at the 1987 BAFTA Awards.

From Stars: Michael Hordern, Charles Kay, Barry Foster, Gayle Hunnicutt, starring

Fall of Eagles is a 1974 British television drama series created by John Elliot. It tells the story of the collapse of the German, Austrian and Russian monarchies during World War I, and the aftermath. The series stars Michael Hordern, Charles Kay, Barry Foster, and Gayle Hunnicutt as the members of the royal families, and follows their efforts to cope with the upheavals that lead to the dissolution of the centuries-old dynasties. The series covers the events up to and including the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in March 1917 and the subsequent establishment of the Provisional Government in Russia, and the outbreak of the German Revolution and the abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II in November 1918. The series also examines the role of political radicals, and the impact of the war on the people of these nations.

From Stars: Rade Serbedzija, Mustafa Nadarevic, Milena Dravic, Mira Furlan, starring

Putovanje u Vucjak (Journey to Vucjak) is a 1986 Yugoslavian drama film directed by Zoran Calic. The film follows two young lovers, Mladen and Mara, as they journey to the small village of Vucjak in search of a better life away from the poverty of their city. Along the way, they meet a variety of eccentric characters and experience many adventures, including a run-in with an escaped convict and a brief stay with a family of gypsies. Ultimately, the couple's love and determination to make a better life for themselves and their families are tested as they face the adversity of their journey. Putovanje u Vucjak stars Rade Serbedzija, Mustafa Nadarevic, Milena Dravic, and Mira Furlan.

From Stars: Sam Neill, Michael Bryant, Norman Rodway, Tom Bell, starring
Rated TV-MA

Reilly: Ace of Spies is a British television miniseries that aired in 1983. It tells the story of Sidney Reilly, a real-life early 20th-century British double agent, adventurer and secret agent. The series was directed by Jim Goddard and stars Sam Neill, Michael Bryant, Norman Rodway and Tom Bell. During World War I, Reilly works for Britain's Secret Intelligence Service and is sent on a series of daring and dangerous missions. Through his travels and his intelligence work, he meets many famous figures of the time, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Mata Hari, Sigmund Freud, Lenin, and others. His espionage feats, including breaking a secret code, become renowned and even legendary. The series follows Reilly's career up until his mysterious death in 1925.

From Stars: Andrew Clarke, Paul Hogan, Jon Blake, Megan Williams, starring

Anzacs is a 1985 Australian war drama directed by Peter Weir and starring Andrew Clarke, Paul Hogan, Jon Blake, and Megan Williams. The film follows the lives of several young Australian soldiers who have enlisted to serve in World War I. These soldiers, known as the Anzacs (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps), are faced with the harsh realities of war as they battle in the trenches of the Western Front. The soldiers experience the physical and psychological horrors of war, as they struggle to cope with the losses they've suffered. Through their struggles, they come to understand the importance of friendship, loyalty, and camaraderie that helps to keep them going. Despite the hardship and tragedy of war, the Anzacs are ultimately victorious in their quest for freedom.

From Stars: Ian McDiarmid, Nicholas Farrell, Tim Pigott-Smith, Sinéad Cusack, starring

37 Days is a 2014 British television drama film directed by Justin Hardy and starring Ian McDiarmid, Nicholas Farrell, Tim Pigott-Smith, and Sinéad Cusack. The film tells the story of the events leading up to the outbreak of World War I in 1914. It follows the political machinations of the major powers — Germany, France, Russia, and Britain — as the rising tensions between them each move the world ever closer to war. Through the eyes of key figures in the crisis, such as British Foreign Secretary Sir Edward Grey and German Chancellor Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg, the film shows how negotiations and compromises failed, leading inexorably to the start of the war.

From Stars: Fritz Muliar, Heinz Marecek, Heinz Petters, Kurt Jaggberg, starring

Die Abenteuer des braven Soldaten Schwejk is a 1972 Czechoslovakian comedy film directed by Karel Kachyna. It is an adaptation of Jaroslav Hašek’s novel The Good Soldier Švejk. The film follows the story of Švejk, a Czech soldier in the Austro-Hungarian Army during World War I, who is constantly getting into misadventures due to his naive nature. The film stars Fritz Muliar as Švejk, Heinz Marecek as Captain Lukas, Heinz Petters as Lieutenant Dub and Kurt Jaggberg as Dr. Braun. Throughout the course of the film, Švejk’s unique brand of humor and wit get him into various misadventures, some of which are hilarious, some of which are heartwarming, and some of which are bittersweet. The Good Soldier Švejk is a timeless classic and Die Abenteuer des braven Soldaten Schwejk is a faithful and humorous adaptation of the story. The film is a great way to experience the novel in a new light, and to appreciate the timeless themes of humanity and humor in the

From Stars: Eloi Christ, Leon Bertoni, Constantin Lücke, Lydia Maria Makrides, starring

Small Hands in a Big War is a 2014 documentary film by director Stars. It follows the story of four children and their families in the midst of the civil war in Syria. The film follows the four children, Eloi Christ, Leon Bertoni, Constantin Lücke, and Lydia Maria Makrides, as they struggle to survive the conflict and its aftermath. Through interviews with the children and their families, the film provides an intimate look at how the war has impacted their lives. The film follows their journeys as they attempt to find safety, food, and shelter, as well as a sense of normalcy despite the chaos and destruction of the war. Ultimately, the film shows the resilience of these children as they cope with the horrors of war and find the courage to hope for a better future.

From Stars: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Harry Greenwood, Sam Parsonson, Tom Budge, starring

Gallipoli is a 2015 Australian war drama directed by Peter Weir. The film stars Kodi Smit-McPhee, Harry Greenwood, Sam Parsonson, and Tom Budge. The movie is set during World War I and tells the story of two young Australian sprinters, Archy and Frank, who enlist in the Australian Imperial Force during the conflict. The film follows the two friends as they journey from Australia to the battlefields of the Gallipoli peninsula in Turkey. Along the way, they experience the horrors of war, while also coming to terms with their own mortality. As the battle rages on, their courage is tested and they must find a way to survive the brutal conditions. Gallipoli is an intense and powerful film, examining the cost of war and its effects on those who fight it. Through its portrayal of the horrors of war, the film is seen as a timeless reminder of the human capacity for courage, resilience and sacrifice.

From Stars: Hayley Mills, David Robb, Holly Aird, Mick Chege, starring
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The Flame Trees of Thika is a British television series from 1981 directed by Michael Darlow, starring Hayley Mills, David Robb, Holly Aird, and Mick Chege. The series follows a young English girl, Elspeth Grant, who moves with her family to Kenya in the early 1910s. As Elspeth grows up, she learns to adapt to her new surroundings while also experiencing numerous adventures. Along the way, she forms close friendships with the locals and discovers the true beauty of the Kenyan landscape. The series is based on the 1959 novel of the same name by Elspeth Huxley.

From Stars: Bruno Pradal, Jean-Claude Dauphin, Georges Caudron, Gernot Endemann, starring

Le Temps des As (1978) is a French drama directed by Stars Bruno Pradal. It follows the story of three men who are serving in the French Air Force in 1944. The trio, which consists of Jean-Claude Dauphin (as young Lieutenant Dauphin), Georges Caudron (as Adjutant Coudron) and Gernot Endemann (as Sergeant Endemann), come to terms with the realities of war and battle against their fears and anxieties. Throughout the film, the three men must fight their own demons as well as the enemy, as they struggle with their inner conflicts. As their missions become increasingly dangerous, the men must rely on their friendship and camaraderie to get through the war and survive. The film is a powerful and emotionally charged exploration of the psychological effects of war and the camaraderie that develops between these three men as they fight for their lives.

From Stars: Georgia Flood, Antonia Prebble, Laura Brent, Anna McGahan, starring

Anzac Girls is a mini-series based on the real-life stories of Australian nurses during World War I. It follows the struggles and triumphs of five women as they serve in the Australian Army Nursing Service. As they travel from Australia to Egypt and then on to the battlefields of Gallipoli, France and Belgium, the nurses must face their own personal demons, the entrenched attitudes of their male colleagues, and the horrors of war. Through their courage and dedication, they ultimately become an integral part of the Anzac legend.

From Stars: Alex Jennings, Joss Ackland, Ian Bannen, Jason Isaacs, starring

Ashenden is a 1991 British drama film directed by Christopher Miles. It stars Alex Jennings, Joss Ackland, Ian Bannen, and Jason Isaacs. The film follows the story of British writer Somerset Maugham as he travels across Europe to find inspiration for his next book. Along the way, he meets a number of interesting people and gains insight into the events that shaped the continent during the early 20th century. He also discovers the power of love and how it can bring light and hope to the darkest circumstances.

From Stars: Hermione Norris, Oona Chaplin, Richard Rankin, Marianne Oldham, starring
Rated TV-PG

The Crimson Field is a 2014 British television drama series set during World War I. It follows the lives of a group of nurses and female volunteers working in a tented field hospital on the coast of France. The series focuses on their struggles to maintain their humanity, compassion, and courage in the face of the extreme conditions and violence of war. It stars Hermione Norris, Oona Chaplin, Richard Rankin, and Marianne Oldham. The series follows the lives of the nurses and volunteers, as well as the soldiers who come through the hospital for treatment, as they deal with the horror of war and the struggle to maintain their own humanity in the face of it. The series also looks at the relationships between the nurses and other locals in the area.

From Stars: Max von Sydow, Charlotte Rampling, Claude Rich, Tilman Günther, starring

Radetzkymarsch is a 1994 Austrian drama film directed by Stars. It follows the life of an elderly Austrian man named Johann Strauss (Max von Sydow), who is living in Vienna with his daughter, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons. The film follows Strauss as he reaches the end of his life, as he reflects on his life and the changes that have taken place in the world since his youth. The film also examines the themes of love, family, and loyalty as Strauss grapples with his faith, his sense of patriotism, and his personal relationships. It stars von Sydow, Charlotte Rampling, Claude Rich, and Tilman Günther. The film is a meditation on the end of an era and the generational divide between Strauss and his family.

From Stars: Benedict Cumberbatch, Rebecca Hall, Roger Allam, Adelaide Clemens, starring
Rated TV-MA

Parade’s End is a five-part miniseries that aired in 2012 on BBC. Set during the tumultuous years of World War I, the series follows the life of English aristocrat Christopher Tietjens (Benedict Cumberbatch), a stoic and proper gentleman. As the war begins to tear apart Europe, Christopher’s personal life is also thrown into turmoil. He is trapped in a loveless marriage to Sylvia (Rebecca Hall), a beautiful but manipulative woman. Christopher soon finds himself in a passionate affair with Valentine Wannop (Adelaide Clemens), a young suffragette. Meanwhile, the arrival of an old friend and political adviser, Major General Campion (Roger Allam), brings further complications to Christopher’s life. As the war progresses, Christopher must choose between his duty and his desire, while navigating the chaos of the times.

From Stars: Colin Firth, John Castle, Gillian Bevan, Mike Edmonds, starring

Lost Empires is a British television miniseries from 1986 directed by Stuart Orme. It stars Colin Firth, John Castle, Gillian Bevan, and Mike Edmonds. The story follows the experiences of a young man, played by Firth, who joins a touring music hall troupe in the early 1900s. As he tours around the country and performs, he falls in love with the daughter of the troupe's leading lady, played by Gillian Bevan. The series follows the troupe's journey and the romantic entanglement between the two, as they struggle to come to terms with the changing world around them. The series also explores the changing attitudes towards women and traditional roles in society during this period.

From Stars: Théo Frilet, Satya Dusaugey, Alexandre Carrière, Johan Libéreau, starring

Ceux de 14 is a 2014 French war drama film directed by Stars. The film follows the story of four young French soldiers from different backgrounds who come together during the First World War and form a strong bond of friendship while they fight in the frontlines of the Battle of the Somme. The four soldiers, Théo (Théo Frilet), Satya (Satya Dusaugey), Alexandre (Alexandre Carrière), and Johan (Johan Libéreau), must overcome the harsh conditions of war, their conflicting views on patriotism, and the physical and emotional trauma of combat. As the war progresses, the four soldiers must learn to trust each other and rely on each other in order to survive and make it home.

From Stars: Chulpan Khamatova, Aleksandr Baluev, Mariya Mironova, Sergey Makovetskiy, starring

From Stars: Eddie Redmayne, Clémence Poésy, Matthew Goode, Thomas Turgoose, starring
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