A stunning blend of cinematic perfection and enthralling action

Rating: 9/10 (29 July 2017)

Dunkirk is an experience not to be missed. State of the art cinematography sees a welcome exchange for enthralling camera work, soundtracks and composure over bloody combat, resulting in a quintessential portrayal of the Dunkirk evacuation.
The plot, despite being gripping, is not the films strongest point. The films intention is to provide an accurate and stunning representation of the Dunkirk evacuation which the film was ever so successful at. Prepare to be taken back by tense aerial battles over millions of kilometers of vast, unforgiving ocean and experience the hopes of 400,000 soldiers rise and fall as each ship comes and goes, taking the lucky and leaving the rest to wait in fear. Unrivaled visual effects pose the relentless German forces as a greater threat then ever as you cling to your seat every time an enemy aircraft swoops in dropping fatal bombs and unceasing machine gun fire. Enemy threat will always be in the back the of your mind, allowing the film to be a never ending climax, providing every scene with captivating tension.
Be sure to watch this masterpiece in a cinema to experience the intended impacts of Dunkirk's splendid audio and visual effects which are best enjoyed by surround sound and large screens rather than on your laptop screen while sitting on the couch.
The film is complemented by terrific acting across the entire set with Harry Styles commendable acting debut adding a special kind of novelty to the film.
I would highly recommend Dunkirk to any and all history buffs, anyone seeking accurate depiction of the Dunkirk evacuation or anyone who appreciates quality cinematography and an altogether brilliant movie experience.