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The folk song “I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger“ was performed by Jos Slovick in the film 1917, directed by Sam Mendes. The a cappella version of the song was recorded by Jos and filmed at Abbey Road Studios in London. ► Listen to the 1917 soundtrack: ► Listen to alternate versions of “I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger” here: “I Am a Poor Wayfaring Stranger“ arrives in the wake of Thomas Newman’s critically acclaimed score for 1917. Towards the end of the film, actor Jos Slovick appears as a British soldier singing the song to his fellow troops prior to battle. Of the release, Slovick says, “1917 is an incredible film to be part of. It felt like a special moment when we filmed that scene, and I’m so pleased it’s resonating with people. Recording the song at Abbey Road Studios was a dream come true.” ABOUT THE FILM Set at the height of the First World War, 1917 centers on tw
