1917 was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and a common year starting on Sunday of the Julian calendar, the 1917th year of the Common Era and Anno Domini designations, the 917th year of the 2nd millennium, the 17th year of the 20th century, and the 8th year of the 1910s decade. As of the start of 1917, the Gregorian calendar was 13 days ahead of the Julian calendar, which remained in localized use until 1923.
About 1917
Two young British privates must deliver a message to 1,600 men in enemy territory from walking into a deadly trap. The movie is co-written and directed by Sam Mendes with Roger Deakins behind the camera.
Achievement of 1917
The movie is based in part on an account told to Mendes by Alfred Mendes, his paternal grandfather. The film is shot to give the effect of one continuous take. Roger Deakins took home the 2020 Oscar for Best Cinematography.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About 1917
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