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But Wright’s film indirectly makes the point that not every tinpot dictator is a Hitler nor is every posturing, hawkish politician a Churchill. Certain times and men are indeed exceptional, which is why a movie like “Darkest Hour” itself stands apart from more routine historical dramas.
Nov 21, 2017 · Considered as history, “Darkest Hour,” written by Anthony McCarten (“The Theory of Everything”), offers the public a few new insights and details about the practice of statecraft in a time ...
The fate of Western Europe hangs on Winston Churchill in the early days of World War II. The newly appointed British prime minister must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or fight on...
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- History, Drama, Biography, War
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Sep 2, 2017 · Film Review: ‘Darkest Hour’. Hidden behind fake jowls and a receding hairline, Gary Oldman delivers one of the great performances of his career as Winston Churchill. By Peter Debruge.
Nov 21, 2017 · In Darkest Hour, Gary Oldman shines as Winston Churchill. But history takes a hit. Joe Wright’s crowd-pleasing film raises familiar questions about myth-spinning and truth-telling.
Darkest Hour marries the mythological Churchill alongside the romantic fantasy of a righteous war. Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Jan 31, 2021
Nov 21, 2017 · Film review: Darkest Hour. Gary Oldman’s portrayal of Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour could put him in contention for an Oscar, writes critic Nicholas Barber. Spoiler alert!
Sep 1, 2017 · ‘Darkest Hour’: Film Review | Telluride 2017. Joe Wright's 'Darkest Hour' stars Gary Oldman as Winston Churchill during his early days as prime minister at the beginning of World War...
Nov 21, 2017 · Darkest Hour isn’t quite as great a film as Spielberg’s (or Nolan’s, for that matter), but it does have a central performance from Gary Oldman that will likely draw comparisons to Daniel...
Dec 20, 2017 · Rating: B+. Collider's Adam Chitwood reviews Joe Wright's electric, thrilling WWII movie 'Darkest Hour', starring Gary Oldman as Winston Churchill.