Rating: B+

Rating: 7/10 (2 March 2018)

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Joe Wright brilliantly directs this movie, using very long takes and fantastic camera control to elevate Winston Churchill's powerful speeches. However, this film is only good because Gary Oldman executes a career-best performance. I've never experienced such a magnificent display of a historical character.
Technically, the movie does not fail. The editing is seamless, the cinematography and the costumes feel extremely realistic, and the subtle score provides something extra to Oldman's flawless discourses.
Nevertheless, Darkest Hour falls into the genre issues and cliches. It is far too long, having in mind that there is no sort of action or excitement during the whole runtime. It is a slow-burn and unless you especially enjoy this true-story adaptation filled with repetitive talks, I consider it just above average, solely due to one of the best displays from an actor I've ever witnessed.