Joyeux Noel (Merry Christmas)

Year

2005

Duration

111 minutes

Genres

Period and Historical, War Films

Language

French (English subtitles)

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8 Reviews

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Synopsis

In the midst of the horror of World War I, history records a rare moment of conciliation: on Christmas Eve 1914, German, French and Scottish troops meet for an impromptu ceasefire, playing football and exchanging food. This film recreates that night in a way that some will find sentimental, but it's still a poignant reminder of the human spirit's survival against great odds.

Director/s

Christian Carion

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Classification

Contains moderate battle violence, sex, and one use of strong language.

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