The Trenches movie poster

The Trenches

June 2, 2010 0h 6m 6.9/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2010. The Trenches is a animation/war film. directed by Claude Cloutier. At just 6 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Gabriel Boileau-Cloutier, Marc-André Bélanger, and David Laurin

Synopsis

This animated short by Claude Cloutier is a pictorial account of an attack on Canadian soldiers during WWI. On the edge of the battlefield, recruits are dreading the order to attack. At the signal, a young soldier leaps into a hell of fire and blood where the earth engulfs both the living and the dead. Blending archival images and Cloutier’s hypnotizing brushstroke, the film is a dazzling illustration of the futility of war.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 2, 2010 15 years ago
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Runtime 0h 6m 6 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (5 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Canada Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • ONF | NFB

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Trenches about?

This animated short by Claude Cloutier is a pictorial account of an attack on Canadian soldiers during WWI. On the edge of the battlefield, recruits are dreading the order to attack. At the signal,...

Who directed The Trenches?

The Trenches was directed by Claude Cloutier.

How long is The Trenches?

The Trenches has a runtime of 0 hours and 6 minutes (6 minutes total).

When was The Trenches released?

The Trenches was released on June 2, 2010 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Trenches?

The main cast of The Trenches includes Gabriel Boileau-Cloutier, Marc-André Bélanger, David Laurin, Martin Watier, Patrick Chouinard.