February 1 – 8pm
Directed by Janus Metz
Directed by Danish filmmaker Janus Metz, Armadillo journeys to a UK-Danish military base in Afghanistan. Metz follows the soldiers in their peace-keeping mission in the region, and discovers the real tensions that such missions inspire. This must-see documentary takes you to the front lines of “peace-keeping” to show you the battles soldiers wage there.
Interview with the director at Cannes:
The DocYard is an award-winning film and discussion series at the Brattle Theatre in Cambridge, and which also sponsors special screenings and co-presentations throughout the year. Each screening is a new experience as we connect audiences directly with filmmakers exploring the documentary form through insightful post-screening discussions.