Benedict Cumberbatch Triumphs With An Exceptional Performance...

Rating: 7/10 (10 January 2015)

Based on late British mathematician, logician, cryptanalyst and pioneering computer scientist Alan Turing, 'The Imitation Game' is an engaging biopic, that re-tells a true-story with conviction. But the best thing about the film, is Benedict Cumberbatch, who portrays Turing, without missing a beat.
'The Imitation Game' Synopsis: During World War II, mathematician Alan Turing tries to crack the enigma code with help from fellow mathematicians.
'The Imitation Game' engages you at most times, but a slowly paced first-hour, does get to you after a point. The sequences in the film's not-so-happening first-hour, hardly offer much power. Its the second-hour, however, when this biopic gathers momentum & blows you over with a heartbreaking, yet captivating culmination.
Graham Moore's Screenplay, which is loosely Adapted by Andrew Hodges's Biography: Alan Turing: The Enigma, starts off on a slow note, but pushes itself to great heights later-on. Morten Tyldum's Direction is dignified. He has handled this important biopic, with style. Óscar Faura's Cinematography is sharp. William Goldenberg's Editing offers quality. Production Design is outstanding.
Performance-Wise: Cumberbatch is pure genius, a fearless, versatile actor! He delivers an unforgettable turn as the late mathematical god. Right from the very beginning to the very last scene of the film, Cumberbatch leads 'The Imitation Game'. He deserves an Oscar-Nod for his wonderful work here. Keira Knightley as Joan Clarke, has been far more compelling before. She's fine, nonetheless. Matthew Goode as Hugh Alexander, is in very good form. Mark Strong as Maj. Gen. Stewart Menzies & Charles Dance as Cdr. Alastair Denniston, are stellar.
On the whole, Above everything else, 'The Imitation Game' showcases the undeniable talent of Cumberbatch.