When Trumpets Fade

In post-invasion Western Germany during World War II, Private David Manning is thrust into a harrowing situation where he's forced to abandon his critically injured fellow soldier, an experience that haunts him. Driven by a desire to find surviving members from his platoon, Manning receives the devastating news from Captain Pritchett that they were all killed in action.In a twist of fate, rather than being discharged as he hoped due to mental stress, Manning is promoted to sergeant and entrusted with leading a fresh group of green recruits into the war-torn landscape. The film delves into themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the emotional toll that comes with wartime leadership, all against the backdrop of a devastated European countryside. As Manning guides his inexperienced platoon through perilous terrain, he must confront his own demons while instilling a sense of hope and resilience in those under his command.