A unique and powerful experience

Rating: 9/10 (14 March 2020)

I can't really add much to the praise that has been heaped on this film. It has a method which it follows with great purpose, taking you into the raw experience of two ordinary soldiers as they set out on their mission. It is filmed in real time, and the tension never lets up, even in the quieter moments. There are no artificial, invincible heroes - just men struggling to survive through constant vigilance, and it becomes more and more gripping as the action advances.
When the film was over, I suddenly found myself crying my eyes out - not through sadness, but through a massive release of emotional tension that I hadn't really been aware of.
I would urge anyone to see this film at the cinema, rather than wait for the small screen. You need the full impact of the Cinema to fully appreciate this film.