Darkest Hour
Overview
Darkest Hour is a 2017 biographical war drama film directed by Joe Wright, based on the true story of Winston Churchill (Gary Oldman) during the early days of World War II. The film follows Churchill as he is appointed Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. He is faced with a crisis: the British army is trapped in Dunkirk, and the Nazis are advancing. He must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or to fight on. The film is a tense, suspenseful, and inspiring look at a pivotal moment in history. Gary Oldman gives a transformative, Oscar-winning performance as Churchill. The film also stars Kristin Scott Thomas as Clementine Churchill, and Ben Mendelsohn as King George VI. Darkest Hour was a critical and commercial success, earning over $150 million on a $30 million budget. It won two Academy Awards for Best Actor for Gary Oldman and Best Makeup and Hairstyling. It was nominated for four other Oscars, including Best Picture. The film is a masterful portrait of a great leader and a must-see for fans of historical dramas.
