Coward

Coward

2026 · 120 min · ★ 7.2 · Drama, Romance, War

Pierre, a young Belgian soldier, wants to prove himself on the battlefield during the First World War. Behind the frontlines, he meets Francis, who is asked to find a way to boost morale.

Directed by Lukas Dhont · Written by Lukas Dhont

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