Lacks Depth

Rating: 6/10 (2 March 2018)

The script is quite mediocre. If you don't already know the history of this story and what an icon Churchill was, then you might be impressed by this movie. For me personally, I had expected more depth and to learn more about the astonishing personality of Winston Churchill. The tacky sense of humor really killed the movie for me as I could not take it seriously afterwards. I believe the entire movie was focused on his speeches which they'd forcefully add much drama and effects to it to try to get you into him. The rest of the movie felt like a filler to be honest.
The only plus points go to Oldman for the amazing performance and to the make up team as they did a splendid job on him. I just wish the camera wasn't so up close to Gary during the whole entire movie. Okay, we get it, you're proud of the make up. Can we zoom out now please?
Lily's character was absolutely unnecessary to exist in th first place.
Overall, very weak writing/directing. It lacked the emotion and spirit Dunkirk had. And this movie was about the main man behind the entire Dunkirk rescue mission. It should've been stronger than this.