Review of The Imitation Game (2014) by Thefilmfanatic — 08 Jan 2015
The Imitation Game is an impressive and intelligent biopic based on the biggest kept secret of World War II. The narrative is riveting from beginning to end with an incredibly rich script filled with brilliant dialogue and subtle humour. The characters for the most part are amazingly dynamic, with an unbelievably real and empathetic performance from Benedict Cumberbatch as mathematician Alan Turing. Keira Knightley and Mark Strong also shine in this dramatic film.
The cohesion in the storyline is phenomenal, particularly the connections between Turing's childhood and his present day decisions. Naming the machine Christopher after his best friend and first love? Once that is revealed it is hard not to feel absolutely horrible about how Turing's life turned out after the great mark he made on the biggest event in human history.
Granted the supporting cast is a bit underdeveloped and the story seems a bit dumbed down for an audience that could easily comprehend the science, The Imitation Game delivers a strong period biopic that is certain to be a big contender during award season.
This review of The Imitation Game (2014) was written by Thefilmfanatic on 08 Jan 2015.
The Imitation Game has generally received very positive reviews.
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