The Great War
2017
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America's Great War 1917-1918
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3.3/10
Limited
2017
Director
Stéphane Bégouin, Thomas Marlier
Runtime
52 minutes
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America's Great War 1917-1918 is a traditional historical documentary that uses archival footage to reconstruct the American military experience during the First World War. Its structure is defined by the historical record of the era, which inherently emphasizes established military hierarchies. The film focuses on themes of heroism and national identity, providing a retrospective view of the period. It does not aim to deconstruct social norms or highlight diverse identities, reflecting the social and demographic realities of the early 20th century. Ultimately, the work serves as a pedagogical tool for preserving military memory, offering a narrative that aligns with the historical context of the time.
Category Breakdown
Does America's Great War 1917-1918 have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film centers on the military experience of the 1917–1918 era and does not include intentional LGBTQ narratives, reflecting the social norms of the time.
How does America's Great War 1917-1918 portray gender?
The documentary highlights American soldiers, who were predominantly male during this period. It emphasizes traditional male roles and sacrifices in combat.
How racially and ethnically diverse is America's Great War 1917-1918?
The film emphasizes a broad American identity without highlighting specific contributions from non-white soldiers, focusing instead on the overall military experience.
How does America's Great War 1917-1918 represent religion and culture?
The film adheres to conventional Western historical storytelling and patriotism, presenting a tribute to national history without exploring secular or anti-Western themes.
Does America's Great War 1917-1918 include disability representation?
The film depicts physical trauma as part of the war's tragedy but does not intentionally represent disabilities or neurodivergent experiences.
Present on Screen
- Uses unreleased archives and contemporary archaeological footage to create a detailed historical reconstruction.
- Provides a focused, educational look at the heroic and tragic experiences of American soldiers.
Limited or Absent
- Could better engage with the diverse racial identities present within the American Expeditionary Forces, such as the Harlem Hellfighters.
- Lacks progressive representation of disability or neurodivergent experiences, treating trauma primarily as a tragic historical outcome.
- Maintains traditional gender hierarchies by focusing almost exclusively on male combatant roles.
Official Synopsis
Through unreleased archives and contemporary footage shot in the archeological digs of World War I's battlefields, this film tells the heroic and tragic tale of the American soldiers in this terrible conflict.
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