A Shepherdstown Film Society Selection

Joyeux Noël (2005)

Directed by Christian Carion

Joyeux Noël tells the remarkable true story of the Christmas Truce of 1914, when soldiers on the Western Front — French, Scottish, and German — set down their weapons on Christmas Eve and ventured into no man's land to exchange gifts, share carols, and bury their dead side by side. A moving and quietly devastating portrait of humanity in the midst of war, it is a timely reminder that the instinct for peace can surface in the most unlikely places.

Starring Diane Kruger, Guillaume Canet, and Daniel Brühl.

In French, English, and German with subtitles. Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Age Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 116 minutes

Post-film discussion: Facilitated discussion follows the film for those who wish to stay.

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General admission ("pay what you can")

The historic Shepherdstown Opera House is a cozy vaudeville-style theater — advance reservations encouraged. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, beer & wine available for purchase (no outside food or drinks please). Lobby, theater & restroom are wheelchair accessible.