The Last Front

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The Last Front

Released Aug 9, 2024

1h 38m

War

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Drama

Action

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In a Belgian village during the tumultuous start of World War I, the Lambert family finds themselves thrust into the heart of the conflict in THE LAST FRONT. At the center is Leonard Lambert (Iain Glen), a devoted husband and father who grapples with protecting his family amidst the chaos of war as German forces advance to their village. Amidst the war, a tender love story blossoms between Adrien Lambert, Leonard's son, and Louise Janssen, a local villager. Their relationship serves as a beacon of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. With its compelling portrayal of familial bonds, love amidst chaos, and the indomitable human spirit, THE LAST FRONT promises to immerse audiences in a gripping tale of survival, love, and the enduring impact of war on both individuals and communities.

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Cath Clarke

Guardian

It all feels a bit familiar, and matters are not helped by the fact that the actors playing Belgians and Germans are all speaking in English in an assortment of accents.

Rated: 2/5

Oct 30, 2024

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Matt Zoller Seitz

RogerEbert.com

This is not a shades-of-grey kind of movie. Nor is it one where the characters have more than two dimensions or the hint of a personal life beyond their immediate plot function.

Rated: 2/4

Aug 12, 2024

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Dennis Harvey

Variety

A sturdy, engrossing drama conveyed in a somewhat retro mode.

Aug 9, 2024

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Ricky Archuleta

Film Threat

The Last Front is a painful depiction of the destruction of war that will leave you haunted long after the credits stop rolling. Highly recommended and worth every minute.

Rated: 8/10

Jun 30, 2025

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Carla Hay

Culture Mix

Filled with generic dialogue and bad acting, the action drama The Last Front re-uses the same formulas in many other movies about an underdog hero. In this case, it’s about a Belgian farmer leading a resistance against German invaders during World War I.

Jan 21, 2025

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Jennie Kermode

Eye for Film

Hayet-Kerknawi has cast the small roles well and the film remains involving throughout.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 1, 2024

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David P

This movie kept me quite engaged. Despite lukewarm reviews I really liked it. I felt the horrors of warm , but other feelings of regrets, happiness, and joy. Give the movie a chance. You won’t regret it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/11/24

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Zinnia V

It was a good movie .

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/11/24

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Victoria W

Great performance by the lead and strong action scenes! A little uneven in tone.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/11/24

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Jt K

It’s hard to imagine how if you tried, you could make a worse film. Everyone involved should be embarrassed.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

07/29/25

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Trina B

IN A NUTSHELL: The story takes place in a small village in Belgium amidst World War I. A grieving father becomes a hero by leading the villagers to safety while evading a relentless enemy driven by vengeance. The film was directed by Julien Hayet-Kerknawi, who also co-wrote it with Kate Wood. THINGS I LIKED: Fans of Game of Thrones will be thrilled to see Iain Glen star in this war drama. The lovely cinematography is by Xavier Van D’huynslager. We don’t get to see very many war movies about Belgium, so it was nice to have this film added to the genre. There are a lot of shoot ‘em-up scenes with lots of action. The film shows an emotional side to war by focusing on the Belgium families, as well as the villains’ families. Casting James Downie as Iaian Glen’s son was smart because they kind of look alike. Other outstanding cast members include Joe Anderson, Philippe Brenninkmeyer, Sasha Luss, David Calder, and James Downie. The focus is on fathers and sons on both sides of the battle line. That part was what provided depth and heart. THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE: Shaky cam. I hate shaky cam. Sometimes, it’s hard to understand what people are saying when they’re crying or whispering. Some of the nighttime scenes are super dark, making it difficult to see what’s happening. TIPS FOR PARENTS: Kids will be bored. Beyond that, this movie isn’t appropriate for kids anyway. Lots of brutal, bloody violence A lot of people die Firearms, knives, and other weapons are used Talk of out-of-wedlock pregnancy Grief and mourning (Talk of family members who previously died) To see my full review, go to my Movie Review Mom YouTube channel!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/31/24

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Gaspar M

It had a decent plot that kept you with it till thr end. Somewhat cliche situations which you have seen in other movies about war. Good performances.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/11/24

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In a Belgian village during the tumultuous start of World War I, the Lambert family finds themselves thrust into the heart of the conflict in THE LAST FRONT. At the center is Leonard Lambert (Iain Glen), a devoted husband and father who grapples with protecting his family amidst the chaos of war as German forces advance to their village. Amidst the war, a tender love story blossoms between Adrien Lambert, Leonard's son, and Louise Janssen, a local villager. Their relationship serves as a beacon of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. With its compelling portrayal of familial bonds, love amidst chaos, and the indomitable human spirit, THE LAST FRONT promises to immerse audiences in a gripping tale of survival, love, and the enduring impact of war on both individuals and communities.

Director: Julien Hayet-Kerknawi
Producer: Virginie Hayet, Martin Dewitte
Screenwriter: Julien Hayet-Kerknawi
Distributor: Enigma Releasing
Production Co: The Last Front Bv, Zilvermeer Productions
Genre: War, History, Drama, Action
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 9, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 27, 2025
Runtime: 1h 38m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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