The Guardians

A quiet, emotionally rich portrait of rural women enduring war, with slow rhythms and moments of tenderness and tension.

Directed by

Xavier Beauvois

Genres

Drama, War

Starring

Nathalie Baye, Laura Smet, Iris Bry

Overview

In this ensemble drama set in rural France, the women of the Paridier farm are left to run it by themselves while their men are off fighting in World War I. But things become complicated with the arrival of American troops.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, warm and tense. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

War, family, isolation, betrayal

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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