War Requiem

War Requiem (1989)

Not Rated 06 Jan 1989 • Drama, War • 1h 32m
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A movie with no spoken dialogue, it is set against the music and lyrics of Benjamin Britten's "War Requiem" which includes poetry by World War I soldier Wilfred Owen reflecting the horrors of war. There is no linear story or dialogue. It's imagery reflects Owen's story, that of other soldiers, and a nurse during World War I. It also includes actual footage of contemporary wars, including World War II, Vietnam, and Angola.

Derek Jarman
Director
Derek Jarman, Wilfred Owen
Writer
Nathaniel Parker, Tilda Swinton, Laurence Olivier
Starring

Language: English
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Country: United Kingdom
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6.6

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