Games on the Battlefield
Synopsis
Built on archive footage – much of it previously unseen – this film reveals one of the most unexpected legacies of the First World War -- popular participation in sports, once the realm of the elite. For four years, sport represented a welcome respite from the killing fields of Europe.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2015
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anne Bettenfeld, Christophe Duchiron
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Merckel, Anne Bettenfeld, Christophe Duchiron
- Original Title
- Games on the Battlefield
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- ECPAD, Gaumont-Pathe Archives
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anne Bettenfeld, Christophe Duchiron
Michel Merckel, Anne Bettenfeld, Christophe Duchiron
Department Leadership Roster
Anne Bettenfeld
Director
Christophe Duchiron
Director
Anne Bettenfeld
Writer
Christophe Duchiron
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Games on the Battlefield
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What is Games on the Battlefield about?
Built on archive footage – much of it previously unseen – this film reveals one of the most unexpected legacies of the First World War -- popular participation in sports, once the realm of the elite. For four years, sport represented a welcome respite from the killing fields of Europe.
Who directed Games on the Battlefield?
Games on the Battlefield was directed by Anne Bettenfeld, Christophe Duchiron.
Who stars in Games on the Battlefield?
The principal cast of Games on the Battlefield includes Kester Lovelace, Nicolas Medad.
When was Games on the Battlefield released and how long is it?
Games on the Battlefield was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 54m.
Is Games on the Battlefield based on a book or true story?
Games on the Battlefield is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Michel Merckel".