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Pozieres (2000)
Brilliant docu-drama about the Australian Army in the WWI Battle of Pozieres
An excellently directed, acted and narrated docu-drama. Graphic, even disturbing at times, but incredibly moving. I first saw this on ANZAC day 2001, on television and was reduced to tears. An amazing tribute to the Australian Soldiers and the people of Pozieres. This film does not glorify war (some of the scenes are quite horrific), but honours the soldiers who fought and died. It is quite a history lesson for those of us whose memories do not extend back to the Somme and WWI - the debate over Australia's involvement in the war; the conscription debacle; the injury tolls; the aftermath of battle; the social effects of the war at home. I would recommend viewing of this to all Australians and all those interested in the History of War. I have shown this film to classes at the High Schools where I have taught.