Another Nolan Classic

Rating: 9/10 (26 July 2017)

Christopher Nolan is one of the most talented filmmakers of the century, plain and simple. Every single one of his works has been unique and entertaining, whether its Memento, Inception, the Dark Knight, or Interstellar. And he does not disappoint and continues to dazzle audiences with his latest film, Dunkirk.
Dunkirk tells the story of the British and French evacuation off the beach of Dunkirk during the second world war. The Germans have boxed all allied troops against the water, and its up to the citizens and a few fighter pilots to defend and successfully evacuate all trapped troops.
Dunkirk is a very different war film, but I think it works to the movie's advantage. Instead of following select characters through the event and learning their convoluted backstories, Dunkirk focuses on the war event itself instead of developing characters. If you had asked me to name two characters in the film after it ended, I wouldn't be able to tell you. That's because Dunkirk alternates through three stories all going on at the same time to deliver a unique yet powerful experience.
The film is perfect when talking about realism; not a shot goes by that looks staged or fake. Many real and model boats/planes were used in place of CGI, and it goes to the film's credit.
Dunkirk wastes no time setting up the conflict or introducing you into boring characters and their backstories. You are immediately thrust into the situation, which adds to the film's immersion in great amounts. The great visuals are aided flawlessly with Hans Zimmer's excellent score.
Overall, Dunkirk is an amazing film that doesn't focus on characters, but rather the event. It is no t bogged down by any exposition and is a fast-paced thrill ride from beginning to end. Is it Christopher Nolan's best movie? In my opinion, no. However, that does not prevent it from grabbing the best film of 2017 (so far).