i remember seeing the 1930s film waaaay back (dad is a war film buff), its a good story, a little talky though, could definitely use an update. but i just hope they keep the setting (WWI), and not try to set it to any of the present day wars/ sentiments. i always felt remakes like that to be patronizing.
good luck with Dan!

this is a challenging role, much more challenging than My Boy Jack.