The Soldier Game

The Soldier Game 2011 Directed by Lorne Hiltser Le jeu des soldats

Antoine, a boy living in Northern France at the outbreak of World War II, takes on the challenge of defending the family home after his father is drafted and sent to the Maginot Line. With the aid of his accomplices, war veteran Grandpa and imaginary friend Napoleon, Antoine digs trenches and stands guard by an old cannon in the front yard. Tensions mount just as the Nazis break through the Maginot Line, and the invading troops pass in front of the family home.

Countries Canada , France

Production Countries Canada , France , USA

Language French

Spoken Language French

Gneres Drama , Family

Production Companies AFI , Canary in the Cannon Productions

Release Date 30 September 2011

15 mins