The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

2024

2h 0m

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7.0/10

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During World War II, the British Army assigns a group of competent soldiers to carry out a mission against the Nazi forces behind enemy lines... A true story about a secret British WWII organization — the Special Operations Executive. Founded by Winston Churchill, their irregular warfare against the Germans helped to change the course of the war, and gave birth to modern black operations.

Directors

Guy Ritchie

Writers

Damien Lewis(book by)

Eric Johnson(screenplay by)

Paul Tamasy(screenplay by)

Stars

Henry Cavill

Eiza González

Alan Ritchson

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Gus March-Phillips

Marjorie Stewart

Anders Lassen

Freddy Alvarez

Brigadier Gubbins 'M'

Geoffrey Appleyard

Henry Hayes

Mr. Heron

Captain Binea

Heinrich Luhr

Ian Fleming

Winston Churchill

Kambili Kalu

Viscount Algernon

Sir Percy

Admiral Pound

Air Marshal Dowding

Olufemi

Directors

Guy Ritchie

Writers

Damien Lewis(book by)

Eric Johnson(screenplay by)

Paul Tamasy(screenplay by)

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6/10

I was pleasantly surprised by The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Guy Ritchie crafts an intriguing story about Winston Churchill’s team of highly skilled misfit soldiers recruited for the dirtiest missions against the Germans. This film combines historical drama with Ritchie's signature style, resulting in an engaging and action-packed experience. Henry Cavill stands out as the deranged leader of this unorthodox team, delivering a performance that balances madness with a fierce sense of duty. His character's unpredictable nature keeps the audience on edge. Cavill stands out as the deranged leader of this unorthodox team, delivering a performance that balances madness with a fierce sense of duty. His character's unpredictable nature keeps the audience on edge. Simultaneously, the subplot involving two Allied spies embedded within the German ranks adds an exciting layer of espionage. Babs Olusanmokun and Eiza González deliver fantastic performances, navigating the perilous environment with a blend of cunning and bravery. However, not all elements of the film work seamlessly. The scenes featuring Winston Churchill are notably weaker, often disrupting the narrative flow and diminishing the film’s intensity. These moments feel out of place, detracting from the otherwise tight and focused storytelling. On the technical front, the film excels with masterful cinematography and outstanding sound design. The visual style captures the gritty and chaotic nature of war while maintaining clarity during intense action sequences. The sound design immerses the audience in the film’s world, from the clamor of battle to the subtle tension of stealth operations. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is a compelling addition to the war film genre, distinguished by its strong performances, engaging dual storylines, and technical prowess. While some scenes fall short, particularly those involving Winston Churchill, the film’s overall impact remains powerful. Guy Ritchie’s unique touch brings a fresh perspective to a historical narrative, making this film a must-watch for fans of action, history, and espionage.

TheSceneSnobs09 Jul, 2024