Review of The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006) by Kyle M — 04 Nov 2009
An eternally important film. It's something like 'Braveheart' set in the 20th century, minus the extravagant, epic battles. It honors the heroism of refusing to compromise in the face of tyranny, and it reminds us of the tragic and painful consequences of doing so.
Ken Loach brilliantly captures the despair of war with some of the most spontaneous and heartfelt performances I've seen in years. The beautifully shot, lush, green landscapes of Scotland make the experience all the more poignant.
This call to arms against an oppressive aristocracy that caters to the rich and disenfranchises the poor resonates to this day, regardless of your nationality. It is obvious why this won the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
This is great.
This review of The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006) was written by Kyle M on 04 Nov 2009.
The Wind That Shakes the Barley has generally received very positive reviews.
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