Review of Their Finest (2017) by Brent_Marchant — 22 Apr 2017

While somewhat episodic, somewhat formulaic and somewhat melodramatic, this depiction of an unlikely screenwriter recruited to work in the film division of the British Ministry of Information during World War II nevertheless presents a modestly entertaining and informative look at how the movies were called into service to bolster the country's pro-combat propaganda efforts both at home and abroad during the early days of the conflict.

The picture capably captures the look and feel of the period, especially in its graphic (but not gratuitous) portrayal of the London bombings and just how devastating they were to life and property. Far from perfect to be sure but a good way to spend a few hours at the cinema nonetheless.