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Plot
In the serene principality of Bergstern, where tranquility and friendship reign, Lester Hardy bids farewell to his son, Adolph, sending him to Dawsbergen. Adolph's destiny intertwines with the Modzel family, where he learns the intricate art of aviation alongside Sigmund, Modzel's son. The young aviators form an inseparable bond, their camaraderie soaring as high as their aspirations.
Parallel to his blooming friendship with Sigmund, Adolph finds himself entranced by Helene, Modzel's daughter. Their love story delicately unfolds, but the looming specter of conflict threatens to shatter their idyllic existence. War is declared between Bergstern and Dawsbergen, forcing Adolph to leave his newfound love and return home.
In the chaos of parting, Helene fastens her locket to Adolph's watch chain, a symbol of their enduring love. Back in Bergstern, Adolph enlists in the aviation corps, his heart heavy but his resolve unyielding. His missions are perilous, dropping bombs on enemy balloons, causing havoc in Dawsbergen.
The narrative takes a harrowing turn when Sigmund, now an aviator for his homeland, is ordered to hunt down the enemy's destructive aeroplane. Unbeknownst to him, he targets his old friend, Adolph. Their friendship tragically ends in the skies, their identities obscured by the veil of war. Adolph's aeroplane crashes, leading to a series of events culminating in his death and the destruction of a mill.
Simultaneously, Lieutenant Maxim, smitten by Helene, proposes to her, only for her to discover Adolph's locket on his chain. Stricken with grief at the grim revelation of her lover's death, Helene contemplates ending her life. However, the tolling bells of a nearby cloister offer her a glimmer of hope amidst her despair. She relinquishes her worldly attachments, seeking solace in the holy house, her memories of peace and love a stark contrast to the haunting realities of war.
Where to watch Damn the War?
Damn the War is a drama movie featuring Baert and directed by Alfred Machin.
Damn the War is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.