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From this Saturday at 12 AM Eastern—that’s 4 PM Saturday in NZ, 2 PM in Sydney, and 5 AM in the UK, and repeated every four hours throughout the day—we’re featuring the described movies War Horse (2011) and The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008).
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Movie 1: War Horse (2011)

War Horse is a sweeping historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story follows a horse named Joey and his remarkable journey through the battlefield and beyond.
Joey’s story begins in the English countryside, where he forms a deep bond with a young farm boy named Albert. When the war breaks out, Joey is sold to the cavalry and sent to the front lines, where he touches the lives of soldiers on all sides of the conflict.
The film is a powerful tribute to friendship, loyalty, and the enduring bond between humans and animals, portrayed through breathtaking cinematography and a moving score. Spielberg’s direction masterfully blends emotional depth with the harsh realities of war, making War Horse both a visual and emotional triumph.

Directed by: Steven Spielberg.
Produced by: Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy.
Starring: Jeremy Irvine, Emily Watson, Peter Mullan, Niels Arestrup, Tom Hiddleston, Benedict Cumberbatch.
Cinematography: Janusz Kamiński.
Edited by: Michael Kahn.
Music by: John Williams.
Distributed by: Touchstone Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures.
Release date: 25 December 2011.
File Length: 140 minutes.
Country: United States.
Language: English.

Movie 2: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008)

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a deeply moving historical drama based on the novel by John Boyne. Set during World War II, the film tells the story of Bruno, an eight-year-old German boy whose father is a Nazi commandant.
After moving to a new home near a concentration camp, Bruno befriends a boy named Shmuel, who lives on the other side of a barbed wire fence and wears what Bruno believes to be striped pyjamas. Their innocent friendship unfolds in a world of secrecy and confusion, ultimately leading to a tragic and unforgettable conclusion.
Told through the eyes of a child, the film explores the devastating impact of prejudice and war, offering a haunting perspective on one of history’s darkest chapters. With subtle performances and powerful storytelling, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas remains a poignant and important film.

Directed by: Mark Herman.
Produced by: David Heyman.
Based on: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne.
Starring: Asa Butterfield, Jack Scanlon, Vera Farmiga, David Thewlis, Amber Beattie.
Cinematography: Benoît Delhomme.
Edited by: Michael Ellis.
Music by: James Horner.
Distributed by: Miramax Films.
Release date: 12 September 2008.
File Length: 90 minutes.
Country: United Kingdom.
Language: English.