Sorry to repeat something said by other reviewers: I'm not a great fan of war movies, though some I do like.
1917 was a breathtaking film. A lot can be said about the 'single shot' concept, but I would more say that the cinematography was a masterclass, the performances were remarkable by the entire cast and there was something so real and realistic about it all.
It deserves the best picture oscar as much as it deserves a place in movie history. Might not be one to watch twice, but the grit and realism combined seamlessly with top grade production qualities to deliver a film that turns a fairly straightforward and believable plot into a magnetic piece of cinematic history.
1917 was a breathtaking film. A lot can be said about the 'single shot' concept, but I would more say that the cinematography was a masterclass, the performances were remarkable by the entire cast and there was something so real and realistic about it all.
It deserves the best picture oscar as much as it deserves a place in movie history. Might not be one to watch twice, but the grit and realism combined seamlessly with top grade production qualities to deliver a film that turns a fairly straightforward and believable plot into a magnetic piece of cinematic history.