The Great War (1959) — AI Story Visualization

The Great War (1959) Poster

Plot Analysis Summary

Two cowardly soldiers transform into reluctant martyrs through the crucible of war and wounded pride.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Conscription & Deception

Frontline Vicissitudes

Captivity & Captivity

Dignity & Execution

Italy, 1916. Oreste Jacovacci and Giovanni Busacca are called, as all the Italian youths, to serve the army in the WWI. They both try in every way to avoid serving the army.

Directed by

Mario Monicelli

Key Cast

Rating: 8.1/10 (369 votes)