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Emory4.0

-Watched on opening night of The Fallow Few International Premiere at Emerson Paramount Theatre—Boston Film FestivalQ&A panel w/ Joshua Rappaport, Bradley James, Christopher Bonwell.-This was the only movie I’ve seen that’s me cry in the first 15 minutes, holy moly. Really, really, really amazing movie. They showed so many perspectives of the war from a single room. Josh said this was a relatively low budget film, but they truly made the most out of it. Only thing I’m unsure about is the choice of music. I liked the opening music, but I don’t know how I feel about using Alabama Shakes during the drinking scene. That could just be me though—modern music in war movies takes me out of the moment. But I also liked it, so I’m torn. Most notable scenes (for me):- real footage gradually mixed into the opening scene- entire opening scene before title card - guy asking George to mail his letter, guy gets shot by firing squad but still breathing, pov of the last thing guy sees; being shot point blank - putting letter back together- introduction of Edwin into the room- John visits Edwin- “you’re a true friend, George.”- drinking scene- George holds Edwin as he breaks down- George and Edwin final talk & coming to terms- Edwin refuses to sign medical papers to safe himself, sacrifices himself for family honor- As he leaves for the frontlines, George bookmarks page of Homer’s Iliad with his red hat tie and leaves it in the cell. New purple butterfly lands on the book. -closing info frames: George was a catalyst for change, his name was cleared along with so many other “deserters”. List of deserters names on screen. My friends and I were SOBBING. 10/10 brutal watch, would so highly recommend.

Skubic5.0

Had the pleasure of attending the Boston Film Festival premiere with a Q&A after with the director, Josh Rappaport, and the two leads, Bradley James & Christopher Bonwell. For a first time director this was an amazing film! Tells the true story of a British Arm Corporal George Hansen, that is pulled from the front to be put on guard duty. The prisoners? Fellow soldiers set to be executed for desertion the next morning. Bradley James gives a fantastic performance as a man struggling with having to aid the killing of his own countrymen. Alcohol & cigarettes become a necessary habit. Things change for the stranger when a fellow officer, Lt. Edwin Dyett, arrives to face his end. I do not want to give away the story, but it has an emotional punch that sticks with you. This one will stick with you, especially as it is based on transcripts from the legal battle to clear Dyett's name.

CourtneyPace5.0

I saw The Fallow Few in Boston for its international premiere. The movie is brilliantly cast, with Bradley James and Christopher Bonwell putting in wonderful performances. J.R. Rappaport does wonderfully with the storyline- it is quite informative, engaging, and moving, and James and Bonwell bring the story to life with their immense talent. It is truly a must see film. As wonderful as their performances are on screen, they are even more lovely in person. I was fortunate enough to meet each of them after the film, and they brought kindness, care, and happiness to each person they interacted with. I hope everyone can soon see this film and enjoy it as much as I did!