The Last Front movie storyline. In a Belgian village during the tumultuous start of World War I, the Lambert family finds themselves thrust into the heart of the conflict in The Last Front. At the center is Leonard Lambert (Iain Glen), a devoted husband and father who grapples with protecting his family amidst the chaos of war as German forces advance to their village.
Amidst the war, a tender love story blossoms between Adrien Lambert, Leonard’s son, and Louise Janssen, a local villager. Their relationship serves as a beacon of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. With its compelling portrayal of familial bonds, love amidst chaos, and the indomitable human spirit, THE LAST FRONT promises to immerse audiences in a gripping tale of survival, love, and the enduring impact of war on both individuals and communities.
The Last Front is a Belgian epic period action drama film written and directed by Julien Hayet-Kerknawi. Set during World War I, it follows a widower farmer-cum-war-hero, Leonard (Iain Glen) and his family as they are thrown into the midst of a war they do not understand. It is set during the first days of the conflict as the German war machine advances, and during what came to be known as the Rape of Belgium.
The Last Front had its world premiere at Kinepolis in Ghent on 1 February 2024. The film was released in Belgium on February 7, 2024, with plans for future releases in other territories yet to be disclosed.
The Last Front delves into themes of lost connections, grief, and the complexity of human nature amidst the chaos of war. By focusing on the nuanced interactions between characters, the film offers a contemplative look at war, emphasising the internal battles faced by individuals as much as the physical conflicts that surround them.
Hayet-Kerknawi said he deliberately wanted to move away from the usual tropes of World War I movies. “No trenches, no left-side Allies, right-side Germans” he said. “I want to show the people how the people themselves handled the First World War, how they had to fight and struggle.”
The Last Fron (2024)
Directed by: Julien Hayet-Kerknawi
Starring: Iain Glen, Sasha Luss, Joe Anderson, David Calder, James Downie, Julian Kostov, Koen De Bouw , Philippe Brenninkmeyer, Mathijs Scheepers, Joren Seldeslachts, Trine Thielen
Screenplay by: Julien Hayet-Kerknawi, Kate Wood
Production Design by: Wilbert Van Dorp
Cinematography by: Xavier Van D’huynslager
Film Editing by: Dieter Allaerts, David Verdurme
Costume Design by: Catherine Van Bree
Set Decoration by: Jef Bosselaers, Linse Van Gool, Joke Vanden Abeele
Art Direction by: Guy Bleyaert, Diana van de Vossenberg
Music by: Frederik Van de Moortel
MPAA Rating: None.
Distributed by: Kinepolis Film Distribution, Dutch Filmworks
Release Date: February 7, 2024 (Belgium)
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