Journey's End

Audience emotional responses for 'Journey's End' are dominated by the profound sadness and melancholy inherent in its depiction of the human cost of World War I, particularly the grim fate awaiting the soldiers. Intense anxiety and anticipation are central due to the looming German offensive, creating a pervasive sense of dread. Empathy is strongly evoked for the characters, especially Captain Stanhope's psychological deterioration and 2nd Lieutenant Raleigh's loss of innocence, as they face the horrors of the trenches. The film also elicits significant fear and a disturbing sense of the brutal realities of war.