While at War
Sometimes silence is the worst lie
Directed by Alejandro Amenábar
Produced by Mod Producciones, Himenóptero
A morally rigorous historical drama about an intellectual's crisis of conscience as idealism collides with the brutal reality of civil war.
Salamanca, Spain, 1936. In the early days of the military rebellion that began the Spanish Civil War (1936-39), writer Miguel de Unamuno supports the uprising in the hope that the prevailing political chaos will end. But when the confrontation becomes bloody, Unamuno must question his initial position.
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Is While at War sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is While at War scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Does While at War end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is While at War easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is While at War violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
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