Journey for survival and redemption

Rating: 7/10 (24 October 2013)

This is a connective and attachable flick, because of the relationship and comradery amongst the characters. All the actors and a actress put on a great performance. Nothing really stand out, but when it comes to the situation and setting of it all it just all works. The story is about few prisoners that escape from a prison camp run by the communist army. And start a 4000 miles walk to freedom. With the surrounding and what they had to overcome, it's a miracle the distance they go. Although it could have more substance to it, in my opinion like with the friendship and interactions. But it's still a emotional, heartfelt and psychological journey. That revolves around survival and redemption. The strength and will to survive comes off very real in this movie. Since this is based on a true story, it's somewhat like a realistic version of "Lord of the Rings" kind of. Also it's nice to see Saoirse Ronan in this, the last flick I saw her in was in "Hanna". Although she isn't one of the standout part of this film, and I could think of other actresses that could play her role in this. I think there is a bright future for her in the movie industry. Overall this is a cold, but realistic heartfelt story that isn't easily forgettable.
7.9/10