15 War films that will leave you speechless

1917 (2019) | Image Via: Universal Pictures
1917 (2019) | Image Via: Universal Pictures

5. 1917 (2019)

1917 (2019) – Directed by Sam Mendes | Image Via: Universal Pictures
1917 (2019) – Directed by Sam Mendes | Image Via: Universal Pictures

Sam Mendes's 1917 is a technical marvel, shot to be seen as one long take. Based on Mendes's grandfather's war stories, the movie is about two soldiers who are tasked with delivering a life-saving message. The cinematography by Roger Deakins plunges the viewer into the trenches, and Thomas Newman's score builds tension. Its relentless pace and emotional weight made it win three Oscars. By 2024, it's a teaching tool for wannabe filmmakers being praised for both innovation and great storytelling in capturing the horrors of World War I.

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Edited by Sugnik Mondal
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