War Child and The Silent Army
War Child was involved in the production of the film from the very beginning. On the basis of our work with former child soldiers and other children affected by war, War Child played a key advisorial role in developing a script that was as authentic as possible.

Real life stories
There are 250,000 children being forced into child soldiery worldwide. Every week, War Child helps 15,000 of these chidlren through psychosocial play, creative programmes and education. Below you can watch two clips containing real stories from real children - former child soldiers who have been through our programmes - who have served as inspiration for the film.

250,000 Child Soldiers
(Duration: 2:35)


Filip: I was forced to watch while my father was killed
(Duration: 02:53 )



Read about former child soldier Kon Kelei and his experinces on the set of 'The Silent Army'.

Read about actor how Sam Okello's experiences on the set reflect own experiences.

Read about Ishmael Beah, former child soldier, author and one of the founders of the Network for Young People Affected by War.



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