A technical revolution, a disappointing and unrealistic plot

Rating: 8/10 (4 March 2020)

I discovered "1917" with my class on a cinema close to my shcool. Or should I say "I experienced 1917". This film is a technical revolution for the cinema. The way it was filmed is a way for the audience to be completely immersed in the story. It looks like there was one single shot from beginning to end, and that made me feel every breath, every emotion of the characters. I think I was as stressed as them when they had to cross a silent and horrible no man's land. The setting is also kind of impressive, and it gave me a feeling of realism, especially the trenches. However, I was a bit disappointed by the story. I found the plot too simple and unconvicing. Two soldiers on their way to deliver a message in the middle of World War I, trying not to be killed... Cinematography disappointed me. What's more, to me, the reality of World War I is not well represented. Except trenches, I had the very impression of being on a video game, and for me it breaks the connection with the characters and the reality of war. "1917" has to be seen by adventure movie lovers, for the technical aspect and for good actors. But in terms of plot and characters, I have seen much better.