Review of Darkest Hour (2017) by Jackson M — 08 Jan 2018

A movie that makes you think about the deeper things that really matter.

This review of Darkest Hour (2017) was written by Jackson M on 08 Jan 2018.

Darkest Hour has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Tom B (1,265) on 16 Oct 2018

Skillfully directed, informative, accurate, and well deserved acclamation for the costume design along with Gary Oldman's performance; THE…

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By The3Academysins (492) on 09 Dec 2019

I found The Darkest Hour to be kind of a boring let down…

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By Doug Jamieson (77) for The Jam Report (74) on 26 Oct 2018

Tip-toes on the edge of British propaganda, only seeking to showcase Churchill as a heroic politician, which makes for a very one-sided affair…

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By Bo K (183) on 15 Oct 2018

Great story with unique takes on such a well-known figure. The entire cast does a great job but Gary Oldman is absolutely brilliant…

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By Liamexe (198) on 08 Nov 2022

A wonderful depiction of the greatest Briton ever during what was undoubtedly the darkest period for the nation…

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By Sakata (41) on 05 Oct 2018

The film Darkest Hour by itself is not one of the most memorable works in film history, despite having many qualities…

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By Broyax (884) on 17 Nov 2018

Churchill méritait bien un film dédié à sa gloire et son opiniâtreté, ses talents d'orateur et son sens de la formule mais son portrait…

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By Sarah Cartland (189) for Caution Spoilers (189) on 04 Jan 2019

Oldman towers over everything, his Winston as full of self-doubt as he is of hubris and bombast…

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By Healingtoolbox (121) on 02 Jun 2019

I agree with the The existing positive professional reviews posted here :) The director's commentary track is wonderful if you wish to learn…

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By Li Lai (99) for Mediaversity Reviews (99) on 31 Oct 2018

I'm not saying we shouldn't make films about Winston Churchill, or historical figures like him…

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