Merry Christmas (Joyeux Noël) (2005) unfolds a poignant narrative inspired by actual events during the First World War, focusing on the extraordinary events that transpired on Christmas Eve 1914 along various sectors of the battlefield. As the summer of 1914 gives way to the harsh realities of war, millions of men are drawn into the conflict. The holiday season brings with it a blanket of snow and an abundance of gifts from both families and the military. However, the most remarkable moment does not come from the parcels delivered to the French, Scottish, and German trenches. Instead, it emerges from an unexpected act of humanity. On this particular Christmas Eve, the lives of four individuals are forever altered: an Anglican priest, a French lieutenant, a gifted tenor, and the soprano who is his beloved partner. In a night filled with the unthinkable, soldiers from opposing sides lay down their rifles, climb out of their trenches, and extend a hand of peace. They exchange cigarettes, chocolates, and heartfelt wishes of "Merry Christmas.
Credits
Direction Christian Carion
Cast Diane Kruger · Benno Fürmann · Daniel Brühl · Guillaume Canet · Gary Lewis · Dany Boon · Rolando Villazón · Alex Ferns · Lucas Belvaux · Steven Robertson · Frank Witter · Bernard Le Coq · Ian Richardson · Thomas Schmauser · Michel Serrault
Soundtrack Philippe Rombi
Screenplay Christian Carion
Cinematography Walther Van Den Ende
Technical sheet
Title Merry Christmas (Joyeux Noël)
Original title Joyeux Noël
Also known as Joyeux Noel
Year 2005
Type Movie
Length 115 min.
Country France
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