Groundbreaking one-shot war film following two soldiers on a perilous mission across trench-ravaged landscapes. Director Sam Mendes and cinematographer Roger Deakins created the illusion of a single, continuous take through sophisticated visual effects and meticulous production design, showcasing revolutionary trench construction and combat choreography that redefined modern war cinema.
1917
Production Details
Sam Mendes
Roger Deakins
Dennis Gassner
Thomas Newman
119 minutes
War Drama
Shepperton Studios, Salisbury Plain, Bovingdon Airfield
$95 million
$384 million
Resources // 10 sources
1917: How Sam Mendes and Roger Deakins Created a One-Shot Masterpiece
Breaking Down the Visual Effects of 1917
1917 Behind the Scenes: Trench Construction and Production Design
Roger Deakins Discusses Cinematography on 1917
1917 and the Technical Achievement of Continuous Cinematography
1917 Box Office Success: From Vision to Global Hit
The Making of 1917: Director Sam Mendes on Crafting a War Epic
How 1917 Used Practical Effects and Digital Innovation
1917: The Technical Aspects of Filmmaking a One-Shot War Film
Roger Deakins Cinematography Techniques in 1917