Movies

No extended fight scenes. No unnecessary pyrotechnics. Simply a story of ordinary people conducting themselves in extraordinary fashion when faced with the hell of Hitler's Third Reich and World War II. The literary vehicle of Death as the Narrator is a masterstroke, as is the overall emphasis of words/books/art overcoming evil. And it's all done with compassion for children at their best and most vulnerable, and adults bypassing the convention of the era to display kindness, caring and understanding.An understated classic, there aren't enough movies like this being produced.And that's a damn shame.

I do not know the book. But the film, for its beautiful simplicity is useful in high measure. A film about war and survive, well acted, touching and delicate, great for small details and for the atmosphere, reminding the art of admirable actors, proposing a magnificent trip inside yourself. Short, just delightful , with bitter taste and wise definition of the life meanings.

9.5. I'd love to give it a 10, but having read the book, I know there were a couple of things they could have done to make it even better. The film was stunning nonetheless.I had very high expectations going in and honestly, from the trailer, I was prepared for a let down. Nothing of the sort. The scenery was breathtaking and captivating, and I felt transported, insulated from the realities of a terrible war in a terrible time by the endearingly human performances of the actors and the depth they lent to their characters.The only complaints I have would be slight spoilers for both the movie and the book and since I highly recommend both, I'll save them.A powerfully emotional treat you won't regret. Go see it!