First and Lastː Casualties of the Great War

About This Movie

First and Last: Casualties of the Great War presents a haunting narrative that weaves together the stories of the first and last British and Canadian soldiers to fall in the trenches. The film explores the sheer tragedy of war, capturing the despair and futility of those who served. You get this raw, unfiltered look at the human cost of conflict, with a pacing that allows you to absorb the gravity of each account. The interviews feel intimate, grounding the historical events in personal loss. It’s interesting how it contrasts the youthful optimism of Private John Parr's first day in battle with the somber end of the war. The atmosphere is heavy, yet strangely reflective. There’s no gloss here—just a stark reminder of the realities faced by those who fought.

Contains personal accounts that enhance historical understandingFocuses on emotional resonance over spectacleHighlights the contrast between early and late war experiences