Private Peaceful

Year

2012

Duration

102 minutes

Genres

Period and Historical, War Films

Language

English

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Another First World War tale from War Horse author Michael Morpurgo, this gut-wrenching drama focuses on two brothers, Tommo and Charlie Peaceful and their journey from the idyllic English countryside to the hell of no-man’s-land. There is a terrible injustice at the heart of this story which has haunted many families in real life: the execution of soldiers for cowardice. This makes for gripping viewing and carries a genuine emotional impact – you’ll want to know more about this fascinating and tragic issue.

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Pat O'Connor

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Contains moderate battle violence.

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A Guide to Ireland on Film: 1916

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Private Peaceful

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Synopsis

Director/s

Cast (in alphabetical order)

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Resources To Use With This Film

A Guide to Ireland on Film: 1916

Book to Film resource for clubs

World Book Day, 2 Mar

Private Peaceful

Remembrance Day, 11 Nov

Visions of Europe

Related Films

Regeneration(1997)

La Grande Illusion(1937)

The Hurt Locker(2008)

The Thin Red Line(1998)

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