Soldate Jeannette
Soldate Jeannette

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Soldate Jeannette

2013
Movie
80 min
German

Fanni has had enough of money and leaves to buy a tent. Anna has had enough of pigs and leaves one needle in the hay. Cars crash and money burns to shape their mutal tune towards a rising liberty.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Marie-Castille Mention-SchaarGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

The film follows the journey of Jeannette, a young woman who, during World War I, disguises herself as a man to enlist in the army and fight alongside her brother. She navigates the brutal realities of war, facing not only the enemy but also the challenges of maintaining her secret identity in a male-dominated environment.

Critical Reception

Soldate Jeannette received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's experience in war and its exploration of themes of identity and courage. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat conventional in its approach to the war genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong female protagonist and emotional depth.

  • Commended for its attempt to highlight overlooked female experiences in wartime.

  • Noted as a respectable, albeit straightforward, war drama.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Soldate Jeannette' is not widely aggregated on Google, but available feedback suggests appreciation for the film's narrative strength and the central performance.

Fun Fact

The film is inspired by the true story of a young woman who fought in the French army during World War I disguised as a man.

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