Drama,History
United Kingdom
The movie Darkest Hour follows Winston Churchill's journey from his appointment as Prime Minister in May 1940 to his decision to continue fighting against Nazi Germany rather than seeking a negotiated peace. The film tackles the daunting task Churchill faced as he grappled with the possibility of making peace with Hitler while Hitler's army was marching across Europe, and Britain was facing the very real threat of invasion.
Gary Oldman delivers an outstanding performance as Churchill, portraying the iconic leader's persistence, wit, and humanity. The film also features a stellar supporting cast, including Kristin Scott Thomas as Churchill's wife, Clemmie, Lily James as his secretary, and Ben Mendelsohn as King George VI.
As Churchill struggles to keep Britain's morale high and build a strong alliance with the United States, he is met with resistance from his own political party and a hesitant King. His famous speeches and inspiring rhetoric, which are still remembered and quoted today, are captured brilliantly in the film, and the audience is left with a renewed sense of appreciation and admiration for Churchill's unwavering leadership during one of the darkest times in Britain's history.
Darkest Hour is a thoughtful, poignant, and emotionally charged account of a critical moment in world history, and an excellent tribute to one of Britain's greatest leaders.
