Engaging

Rating: Null/10 (13 January 2018)

This film tells the story of an unpopular official who is chosen to be the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in the critical hours in the Second World War.
Initially "Darkest Hour" looks quite like "Churchill" which was released a few months ago. "Darkest Hour" quickly sets itself apart and ahead, through the use of captivating story telling. The subplot about the secretary having a loved one in the war is handled quite differently in the two films, and I find it less melodramatic and more engaging in "Darkest Hour". This film drove me to tears quite a few times, as it is very moving. It stirs up emotions and spirits through its effective speeches and story telling.