Newfoundland at Armageddon
Synopsis
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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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brian McKenna
- Original Title
- Newfoundland at Armageddon
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Galafilm, Morag Loves Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian McKenna
Mark Ellam
Susan Shanks
Barbara Doran, Natalie Dubois, Arnie Gelbart
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Ellam
Director of Photography
Susan Shanks
Editor
Brian McKenna
Director
Natalie Dubois
Producer
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What is Newfoundland at Armageddon about?
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.
Who directed Newfoundland at Armageddon?
Newfoundland at Armageddon was directed by Brian McKenna.
Who stars in Newfoundland at Armageddon?
The principal cast of Newfoundland at Armageddon includes Noel Burton, Alan Doyle, Rhiannon Morgan, Michelle Rex Bailey, Guy Sprung.
When was Newfoundland at Armageddon released and how long is it?
Newfoundland at Armageddon was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.