Great portrait of a great man

Rating: 8/10 (16 January 2018)

I've seen a few Churchill films/documentaries before but 'Darkest Hour' is nothing like any of them. This film does more than just tell a story, it's a fascinating portrayal of Churchill's character, his traits, habits and even his brutal sense of humour. While the film details the events of Churchill's rise to power, the entertainment value comes largely from learning about the man himself.
Credit must go to the brilliant Gary Oldman who captures Churchill's character to a tee. Everything from his voice and body language to his subtle mannerisms is perfect, and it's easy to forget that you're not watching the man himself. The highlight for me was Oldman's stirring version of Churchill's famous 'we shall fight on the beaches' speech. 'Darkest Hour' is a great portrait of a great man, highly recommended for those wanting to learn more about Winston Churchill.