Newfoundland at Armageddon (2016)
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.
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An absolute waste of money
There's a more than satisfactory amount of boom-boom in the movie's trim running time.
Mostly, the movie is committed to the value of a good time.
By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.