Yanks

A gentle, bittersweet wartime romance that unfolds slowly, rich in period detail and quiet emotional restraint.

Directed by

John Schlesinger

Genres

Romance, Drama, War

Starring

Richard Gere, Lisa Eichhorn, Vanessa Redgrave

Tagline

In 1942 everyone loved a soldier

Overview

During WWII, the United States set up army bases in Great Britain as part of the war effort. Against their proper sensibilities, many of the Brits don't much like the brash Yanks, especially when it comes to the G.I.s making advances on the lonely British girls. One relationship that develops is between married John, an Army Captain, and the aristocratic Helen, whose naval husband is away at war. Helen loves her husband, but Helen and John are looking for some comfort during the difficult times.

How it feels

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

About

Love, war, class, family

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

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

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