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Rating: Null/10 (14 May 2020)

Unfortunately I did not get to see this movie in theatres, as it was meant to be seen. But I made due with the Blu-ray version. Even so this movie did not disappoint.
A cinematic achievement of sorts this is indeed. Perfect no. But it need not be. What it is...it is moving, harrowing, addictive, haunting and mesmerizing all wrapped in a savage beauty courtesy of the great and wonderful Roger Deakins whose subtle brilliance is all over this movie, guided by Sam Mendes's direction.
The story is compelling and lean so as to fit the movie's framework. The cast (thank you once again Nina Gold!) is on point, the music/score is epic when needed and eerriely beautiful, courtesy of Thomas Newman. In short this movie is all one expects and wants in a film worth more than its title, subject matter or surrounding hype. As I've said, it is not a perfect movie by any means, and surely lends itself open to some valid criticisms.
Still, "1917" will definitely take it's place amongst the best war movies. Is it the best ever. No. But it sure deserves to be considered amongst them. We all think about "Platoon", "Full Metal Jacket", "Saving Private Ryan", "The Thin Red Line", "Flags Of Our Fathers/Letters From Iwo Jima" and miniseries such as "Band Of Brothers" and "The Pacific", just to name a few of the movies and shows worthy of praise and accolades. "1917", even flawed, I think does belong amongst them and in my opinion, it more than gives Christopher Nolan and his magnum opus "Dunkirk" a run for it's money.
While there are other compelling WWI movies, a war that has failed to ignite the same response and interest as WWII, especially in Hollywood, "1917" is a fine addition.
8 out of 10