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"1917" is a 2019 war film directed by Sam Mendes set during World War I, designed to appear as one continuous shot following two British soldiers on a dangerous mission across No Man's Land. The film is notable for its innovative cinematography technique and was widely acclaimed, earning numerous award nominations and becoming a cultural touchstone for its immersive approach to depicting the brutal realities of trench warfare.
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8.0At the height of the First World War, two young British soldiers must cross enemy territory and deliver a message that will stop a deadly attack on hundreds of soldiers.
Released: 2019-12-25119 minDir: Sam MendesWar, History, Drama
Cast
- George MacKay as Lance Corporal Schofield
- Dean-Charles Chapman as Lance Corporal Blake
- Mark Strong as Captain Smith
- Andrew Scott as Lieutenant Leslie
- Richard Madden as Lieutenant Blake
- Claire Duburcq as Lauri
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Key dates
- Published
- 6 February 2020
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1917 is a 2019 British war film directed and produced by Sam Mendes, who co-wrote it with Krysty Wilson-Cairns. It is partially inspired by stories told to Mendes by his paternal grandfather Alfred about his service during World War I. The film takes place after the German retreat to the Hindenburg Line during Operation Alberich, and follows two British soldiers in their mission to deliver an important message to call off a doomed offensive attack. The two main roles are played by George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman. Mark Strong, Andrew Scott, Richard Madden, Claire Duburcq, Colin Firth, Adrian Scarborough, and Benedict Cumberbatch also star in supporting roles.
The project was announced in June 2018, with MacKay and Chapman signing on in October and the rest of the cast joining the following March. Filming took place from April to June 2019 in the UK, with cinematographer Roger Deakins and editor Lee Smith using long takes to have the entire film appear as two continuous shots.