Newfoundland At Armageddon (2021)
On July 1st, 1916, the Newfoundland Regiment took part in a massive First World War offensive on the Somme, led by the British, to liberate France and Belgium from the claws of the Germans. To commemorate its 100th anniversary, Brian McKenna’s latest feature documentary film Newfoundland at Armageddon 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 a unique opportunity to relive the experience of their ancestors in trenches built specifically for this moving and enlightening film.
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Noel BurtonGeneral Haig
Alan DoyleNarrator
Rhiannon MorganColeenMichelle RexSarah
Guy SprungLieutenant General Hunter-WestonMovie DNA
Frequently asked questions about Newfoundland At Armageddon
What is Newfoundland At Armageddon about?
On July 1st, 1916, the Newfoundland Regiment took part in a massive First World War offensive on the Somme, led by the British, to liberate France and Belgium from the claws of the Germans. To commemorate its 100th anniversary, Brian McKenna’s latest feature documentary film Newfoundland at Armageddon 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 a unique opportunity to relive the experience of their ancestors in trenches built specifically for this moving and enlightening film.
How long is Newfoundland At Armageddon?
Newfoundland At Armageddon has a runtime of 90 minutes.