Movie Description
Newfoundland at Armageddon
(2016)Overview
On July 1st, 1916, the Newfoundland Regiment took part in a massive First World War offensive on the Somme, led by the British. At Beaumont Hamel the regiment was nearly wiped out, as only 110 of 780 soldiers survived the day. To commemorate its 100th anniversary, Brian McKenna’s documentary film tells the story of this epic tragedy. Using a technique that brings new meaning to reenactment, McKenna recruits descendants of soldiers who fought this battle, offering them a unique opportunity to relive the experience of their ancestors in trenches built specifically for the film.
Featured Crew
- Director : Brian McKenna
- Producer : Natalie Dubois
- Editor : Susan Shanks
- Cast : Noel Burton,Alan Doyle,Rhiannon Morgan,Michelle Rex Bailey,Guy Sprung
Cast
General Haig
Narrator
Coleen
Sarah
Lieutenant General Hunter-Weston
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Facts
Original TitleNewfoundland at Armageddon
Status Released
Release Information
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2016-06-30
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 30m
Homepagehttp://newfoundlandatarmageddon.cbc.ca
Production CompaniesGalafilm,Morag Loves Company
Genres
- Documentary
- War
- History
