Darkest Hour (2017)
The second film of the year to depict the events of World War II, the operation dynamo. The first film of the year to tell war tale was "Dunkirk". That film told more of the war in a combative style, whereas this film details the political turmoil in the United Kingdom and throughout the rest of Europe during this time. I have always been fascinated with history and films telling history. This film is unique in every way. You see the utter wit of quirky, yet feared leader, Winston Churchill. Gary Oldman is magnetic. He gives one of the best performances of the year in a fearless and determined fashion. This film is more in-depth historically and politically speaking, than any other film of its kind. Director Joe Wright, makes an astonishing historical epic. It's filled to its utmost capacity with knowledge, truth and politics. It's a very engaging film that does well on keeping the story alive. This film also has the element of sophistication. It's t...