The Last Rifleman

2023
12
1h 35m

IMDb RATING

6.6/10

2.8K

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A WWII veteran escapes his care home in Northern Ireland and embarks on an arduous but inspirational journey to France to attend the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, finding the coura... Read allA WWII veteran escapes his care home in Northern Ireland and embarks on an arduous but inspirational journey to France to attend the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, finding the courage to face the ghosts of his past.A WWII veteran escapes his care home in Northern Ireland and embarks on an arduous but inspirational journey to France to attend the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, finding the courage to face the ghosts of his past.

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IMDb RATING

6.6/10

2.8K

YOUR RATING

POPULARITY

2,196

118

See production info at IMDbPro

Awards
- 2 nominations total

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This film is inspired by the true story of Bernard Jordan, a British World War II veteran who slipped out of his nursing home in England in 2014, wearing his war medals pinned to a jacket under his raincoat. He traveled by bus and ferry to France to attend commemorations for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

Jordan announced his intention to make a similar escape in 2015 to attend the next anniversary. He died peacefully at home in The Pines on Jan. 6, 2015.

Goofs
In the very last scene Artie is saluted by the Regiment O.C. Artie returns his salute. In the British Army, you do not salute without a head cover. He should have "braced up". i.e. stood to attention.

Quotes
Friedrich Mueller: It's a shock to learn you've lost the war. It's a greater shock to discover you've been on the wrong side.

Connections
References Saving Private Ryan (1998)

Soundtracks
Don't Fence Me In
Written by Cole Porter
WC Music Corp. (ASCAP)
All rights administered by WARNER CHAPPELL NORTH AMERICA LTD.
Performed by Gene Autry
Originally Released 1944
Sony BMG Music Entertainment
Licensed by Sony Music Entertainment UK Limited

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Featured review

7/10

A journey of remembrance, resilience, and friendship.

I found the film to be a moving and well-acted drama that explores important themes of memory, loss, and friendship. Pierce Brosnan delivers a compelling performance as Artie Crawford, a World War II veteran who embarks on a journey to France to pay his respects to his best friend. The film's cinematography is beautiful and the narrative unfolds with a gentle pace. While the plot may not be entirely unpredictable, it is the strength of the performances and the emotional depth of the story that make The Last Rifleman a worthwhile watch.

I would recommend The Last Rifleman to anyone who enjoys a good drama or who is interested in World War II history.