Review of Darkest Hour (2017) by Aaron G — 04 Feb 2018

A movie that could have been boring, but never was thanks to Gary Oldman's soon-to-be Oscar-winning performance.

This review of Darkest Hour (2017) was written by Aaron G on 04 Feb 2018.

Darkest Hour has generally received very positive reviews.

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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 Cameron Frew (70) for FrewFilm (51) on 31 Oct 2018

As a marvellous character study, with Oldman heading up the film with a soon-to-be Oscar-winning performance, it is unmissable…

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By Randy C (345) on 09 Sep 2018

Interesting movie. At times felt more like a documentary, but a good one. Oldman did a fantastic job…

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By Micheal Compton (319) for Bowling Green Daily News (319) on 24 Oct 2018

Joe Wright doesn't rest on the incredible work of his lead actor…

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By Abhirup T (11) on 04 Oct 2018

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By Official C (532) on 09 Nov 2018

Wonderful movie that could carry a parts 2 and 3 on the back of history, a script, and Gary Oldman…

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By Matt Oakes (180) for Silver Screen Riot (180) on 01 Nov 2018

Joe Wright captains this cinematic vessel with the artful poise and stately confidence that typically defines his features…

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By Hotelcentral (111) on 26 Sep 2018

If you as an audience member are in love with things that go boom then this is not the film for you, because Darkest Hour is a film created…

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By Mahmus (190) on 25 Sep 2020

I was led to believe that Gary Oldman was in this movie and yet he's nowhere to be seen. What a scam. This was fine…

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By Julienel (2) on 07 Jan 2023

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