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The 10 Most Intriguing Movies at the Cannes Film Festival. Plus: ‘Warfare’ Is Hell, With Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza.

The Big Picture

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Balancing Truth and Memory in War Films

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between accuracy and storytelling in war movies, emphasizing the challenges filmmakers face in depicting real events. It highlights the role of memory in reconstructing combat experiences and the emotional complexities involved in conveying fear and vulnerability. The discussion also examines how multiple perspectives can shape a collective narrative while addressing the thematic challenges of neutrality in filmmaking.

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