De Gaulle: Tilting Iron

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Jonny G @RT31075150 5 days ago An outstanding war time biopic. A must see and I can't wait for the second film. I think this is Oscar worthy, not just Best Foreign Film but mainstream awards too! Shame it does not have a RT score. It is surely Certified Fresh. A better marketing budget would have been wise given the quality. See more Hannah W @RT93673577 6 days ago An absolute must to see (on the big screen if possible); it’s a riveting story, really well acted and directed. My heart was in my throat for much of the film, but it wasn’t without humour. Can’t wait to see the next instalment. See more Bob M @RT96231438 Sep 11, 2026 There are two parts to this film, both very moving. What a refreshing sight to see real acting and a real story. The courage of the main characters is very powerful, go see it. See more Cody H @CodyHue Sep 11, 2026 This film is an absolute gem and one of the best films I have seen in a long time. De Gaulle portrays a beautiful, painful, heartfelt and humorous portrayal of one of the greatest generals of the 21st century. The struggles he faced, the hard decisions he had to make, and the legend he became by being stubborn but right. A true brilliant strategist. A must watch! See more Howie B @Howie10 Sep 6, 2026 A moving portrayal of a story the world today could do well to recognise for its stand against far right oppression. Rousing in its passion and through its wonderful script, superb acting and its flawless cinematography. Looking forward to the second part in October. See more Karan K @RT49546680 Sep 2, 2026 a long historical drama that earns most of its 160-minute runtime by refusing to rush history.Abkarian is fantastic as de Gaulle, Beale is very good as Churchill, and the rest of the cast remain at a high level. The French dialogue gives the political scenes an elegance and weight I really enjoyed, while the war sequences feel realistic without turning the movie into an action spectacle. cinematography is strong, especially in Africa, and the soundtrack made a very good first impression. I also think history buffs will enjoy it even more because knowing the real personalities, geography and political context makes the many names and events easier to appreciate. One diplomatic change of heart feels far too easy and clichéd, and despite the generally excellent pacing, there were stretches where my attention drifted. Most importantly, I was highly entertained but never emotionally moved. That keeps it at a strong 7 rather than an 8. Still, after nearly three hours, I genuinely want Part 2 See more Read all reviews

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