War Requiem
Overview
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.
Released:
January 6, 1989
Country:
United Kingdom
Duration:
1h 32m
Cast:
Alex Jennings, Claire Davenport, Laurence Olivier, Nathaniel Parker, Nigel Terry
Director:
Derek Jarman
