Review of Ashes and Diamonds (1958) by Paul P — 17 Dec 2011
Everytime i've heard of this film its been called a "war film" and that couldn't be further from the truth. It takes place during(after really) WW2. And its more about how the end of WW2 was only the starting point for Poland and how one man is tired of fighting.
Zbigniew Cybulski is very impressive in the lead role. He has a natural screen charisma that makes him fascinating for every scene he's in. Probably helps to know a little about Polish history. But its commended that Wajda doesn't lay out all the issues for either side and simplify it for foreign audiences.
I did the dumb thing by having 'Ashes and Diamonds' as the first Wajda film i've seen especially since this is the 3rd film in his Polish film trilogy but the praise for this one in particular made me jump to this one.
This review of Ashes and Diamonds (1958) was written by Paul P on 17 Dec 2011.
Ashes and Diamonds has generally received very positive reviews.
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