Apocalypse: Never-Ending War (1918-1926)

A somber, immersive history lesson built from restored footage, conveying the fragile, anxious aftermath of war with weight and clarity.

Created by

Daniel Costelle, Isabelle Clarke

Genres

Documentary, War & politics

Starring

Mathieu Kassovitz

Overview

November 11, 1918. The world emerges from the most horrific conflict ever known. While leaders of the victorious countries design a new world order, traumatized societies struggle to find their footing. In the aftermath of war the Russian, German, Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman Empires fall apart, currencies fluctuate wildly, and vast numbers of refugees flee misery. Before long, age-old hatreds, fears, and resentments resurface and drive the world to the brink of a new apocalypse.

How it feels

Bleak, tense, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, power, betrayal, survival

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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