Those of Our Land(1915)

Those of Our Land is a French documentary film celebrating the nation's artistic heritage during World War I. Director Sacha Guitry, drawing on his family's connections to prominent artists, writers, and musicians, captures these cultural figures at work to preserve their legacies as France faces German threats. The film serves as both a tribute to French genius and a wartime affirmation of national identity, documenting the creative minds who defined their era. Guitry's intimate approach offers rare glimpses into the studios and lives of France's most celebrated talents, creating a unique historical record of a culture determined to endure despite the devastation surrounding it.