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Peace on Earth

Name: Peace on Earth
Director: Holger-Madsen
Genre: War, Drama
Released: 1917-02-15
Duration: 82 min
Rating: 5.9
Cast: Zanny Petersen, Philip Bech, Axel Boesen, Anton De Verdier, Marius Egeskov

1917 · 1h 22m · War, Drama

IMDb 5.9

This is a Danish silent film tackling idealism versus harsh reality—heavy philosophical stuff that demands patience, but if you're in the mood for thoughtful, contemplative cinema about the costs of pacifism, it's worth a shot. Just know you're signing up for something deliberately slow and meditative, not a crowd-pleaser.

Plot

A peace-loving prince and his followers dream of eternal peace – pax aeterna. So far, they have been successful only within the realm. When the neighbouring state declares war, the prince’s heart stops beating. Is the vision of global peace just a naive dream, or will his followers be able to see it through? (stumfilm.dk)

Director: Holger-Madsen

Cast: Zanny Petersen, Philip Bech, Axel Boesen, Anton De Verdier, Marius Egeskov

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