Military Wives
Choir unites women during their partners' deployment
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About Military Wives
Released: 2020
Platform: Hulu
Rating: PG-13
Run time: 1h 52m
Cast
Kristin Scott Thomas, Sharon Horgan, Jason Flemyng, Emma Lowndes, Gaby French
About Military Wives
"Military Wives" is a British comedy-drama film directed by Peter Cattaneo, released in 2020. The movie is inspired by the true story of the formation of the first military wives choir. It tells the story of a group of women whose partners are away serving in Afghanistan. Faced with the realities of war, they form a choir and find friendship and bonding in their singing and music. It's a heartwarming and moving comedy-drama that celebrates the resilience, determination, and solidarity of these military wives.
Making / Production
The movie was produced by 42, Ingenious Media and Tempo Productions. It was shot in various locations across the UK, including Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire. The movie is a blend of pathos and humor, skillfully directed by Peter Cattaneo, known for his Oscar-winning film, 'The Full Monty'.
Actors
- Kristin Scott Thomas as Kate: With a stoic and dignified performance, Kristin draws out the emotional complexities of her character, a colonel's wife made resilient by the harsh realities of war.
- Sharon Horgan as Lisa: The fun-loving and free-spirited choir director, Lisa is played with vibrancy and a touch of comedy by Sharon Horgan.
- Jason Flemyng as Richard: Richard, the military base colonel, is brought to life by Jason Flemyng, who portrays the role with a fine balance of sternness and empathy.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The film is inspired by the real-life story of the Military Wives choir that started in the UK in 2011 and now has branches all over the world.
- The movie premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2019 before its wide release in 2020.
- Singer-songwriter Robbie Williams' wife, Ayda Field, was involved in writing the film's finale song, 'Home Thoughts from Abroad'.
Quotes
- "Singing can actually strengthen your immune system. A fact." - Lisa
- "It's not about the singing, it's about being part of something." - Kate
Music, Soundtrack
- 'Time After Time' performed by Military Wives
- 'Only You' performed by Military Wives
- 'We Are Family' performed by Military Wives
- 'Home Thoughts from Abroad' featuring vocals by Kristin Scott Thomas and Sharon Horgan
About Military Wives
Military Wives is a heartwarming drama about a group of women creating a choir while their partners serve in Afghanistan.
