An Accidental Soldier

An Accidental Soldier

A love story set in WW1 France

2013 · 91 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama, War, TV Movie

An unexpected love story set in WW1 France between a young Australian baker who has deserted the front line, and a grieving French woman, who puts her own life at risk by sheltering him from the authorities.

Directed by Rachel Ward · Written by John Charalambous

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