1917 is a war drama film directed by Sam Mendes and released in 2019. The movie is set during World War I and follows the story of two British soldiers, Lance Corporal Schofield (George MacKay) and Lance Corporal Blake (Dean-Charles Chapman), who are given a critical mission to deliver a message to the front lines. The message is about calling off a planned offensive against the Germans, which is based on wrong intelligence, which would lead to the British soldiers being slaughtered.
The two soldiers are tasked with crossing enemy territory to reach the 2nd Devonshire Regiment unit, where Blake's brother is a part of. They have only one day to complete their mission, and the journey is fraught with perilous obstacles and unexpected dangers. As Schofield and Blake travel through enemy lines, they come across abandoned trenches, booby traps, and burned-out villages.
The film is unique in its approach, as it was shot in an unconventional way to create the impression that the entire movie takes place in a single, continuous shot. The cinematography is absolutely stunning, and every shot is designed to make the viewer feel like they are a part of the action.
1917 is a powerful and emotionally charged film that highlights the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers during wartime. The story is deliberately designed to show the brutality of war, and the human toll that it exacts on those fighting it. The film received critical acclaim and won several awards, including three Academy Awards in 2020.