Why the negativity?... a very powerful film

Rating: 10/10 (21 September 2019)

This film is incredibly well shot, sequenced and as you would expect from Nolan, has fantastic sound design to accompany and propel the emotive storylines.
Having read some less than complementary reviews about the film I was curious to see what the complaints were all about - to all the naysayers and complainers - thank you.
You're views not only displayed a significant lack of emotional intelligence but also the capacity to engage with a film which reduces big names to bit parts. A film which depicts warfare in all its brutality and places us all on a dehumanizing and unforgiving playing field.
Make no mistake this film is visceral. From the very first moment you are disoriented. Do not expect a comfortable coffee table experience. Imagine the truly immersive opening to Saving Private Ryan extended across 1hr 47mins and you're getting close!
You will not find a more immersive portrayal of warfare committed to celluloid to this point.
Compelling, complicated and confrontational - you will not walk away from this film the same.
And that is great art!