Very rarely does a film adaption of any award winning novel
do justice to its literary grandeur and depth. Masterfully crafted, beautifully told, deeply
moving, with performances so genuine and passionate that you quickly transcend from
audience member to fellowship with old friends. Director Brian Percival creates an
intensely earnest and utterly engaging silver screen incarnation of the
international best seller painstakingly penned by Markus Zusak. Filled to overflowing with intense and
honest moment after moment, affecting every sense and emotion, from rage, to compassion, hope, tragedy, and triumph.
Young lead Sophie Nelisse delivers an Oscar-worthy performance supported
by an inspired cast that includes such extraordinary talents as Geoffrey Rush
and Emily Watson. The history and
authenticity of every stitch, backdrop, and frame are undeniable reminding us
of how a relentless evil stole the innocence and integrity of a people leaving
an inexplicable and irreversible horrific crimson stained scar on its history perpetuating an unforgivable atrocity that still haunts humanity's legacy. No matter how many times the story, the
history has been told, this feature reignites all the rage and disdain for the tyrannical empire forged in the darkest and vilest pits of hell. It also demonstrates the unbelievable levels
of sacrifice, courage, heroism, and even martyrdom of those who chose to resist
the oppression, violence, and misery of the Third Reich and stand firm in their
beliefs and compassion. Among all of
the blockbuster flops and over hyped disasters this is a shining star piercing
through the deepest theatrical thunder clouds. A must see if only
to remind us of the importance of never forgetting the darkest parts of our
history so they will never be repeated again.
5 out of 5 Kernels; one of the
best films of 2014 that you probably didn't know existed.
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