Question 1

What personal connection did Sam Claflin discover about his family and the film's battle?

Accepted Answer

While researching his family history, Sam Claflin found his great-great-grandfather was in a battalion posted to the Battle of St. Quentin—the same battle depicted at the film's end.

Question 2

What real-life experiences inspired playwright R.C. Sherriff's characters?

Accepted Answer

R.C. Sherriff had seen first-hand the effect of war on his friends and knew the fear of waiting for attack. The characters reflect men he served with in the 9th Battalion of the East Surrey Regiment.

Question 3

Which major film festivals featured Journey's End?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Berlin International Film Festival (2010), BFI London Film Festival (2010), and Toronto International Film Festival (2017).

Question 4

What historical timing connects the film's 2018 release to its story?

Accepted Answer

The film's 2018 general release coincides with the centenary of the events shown, which take place toward the end of WW1 in March 1918.

Question 5

Who plays the mentally disintegrating young officer Stanhope in the film?

Accepted Answer

Sam Claflin plays Captain Stanhope, the mentally disintegrating young officer leading a group of British officers in a 1918 dugout.

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