Army of Shadows

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Poe M Aug 10, 2018 A cold, austere look at the stealthy workings of the French Resistance. You might expect excitement and intrigue in a film about an underground movement. What 'Army of Shadows' instead captures is the bleakness and uncertainty that pervaded the lives of the Resistance members with the prospect of capture and death around every corner. Supposedly Roger Deakins' favourite film, and I can see why - the cinematography is worthy of the title. See more

Ron P Mar 9, 2018 This is not a film, this is a remorseless testimony. 'army of shadows' will mark you like (very) few films. Never did I see such a cold-blooded way to shoot a film, and never did I see such unbearable tension. No one but Kessel could have written it, and no one but Melville have directed it I guess. See more

Leia S Mar 4, 2018 Melville captured me with his long study of characters. These characters are freedom fighters in the resistance during WWII. The audience cannot help but be impressed by the conviction in these fighters. I want to see it again. See more

Draco S Feb 3, 2018 Underground resistance fighters in France do they're thing around the country, making life harder for the Nazis. They are on several missons, many of them include saving friends that are captured or are in trouble. They are smart, they plan things well and they are quite brutal, direct and cold when it comes to actions. The film has a great atmosphere. It's props and scenery is great and the photography is splendid. Sadly it's a bit long, at times flat, but the story is very well presented anyhow. It get's better during it's playtime and has some very good stand-out scenes like the assasination of a traitor and the death penalty run. Another nice feature, maybe it's best one, is that things rearly goes supersmooth. There are no ego trips by huge heroes. There is fear everywhere, with "normal" people doing the best they can. Very good performances doing interesting characters with soul and heart, pure resistance vibes. The superb soundtrack lifts this film, that feel real and never overdone. The lenght, that result in flatter parts is a minus for me, but I found this film interesting and exceptionally well crafted. My first Melville-flick, known for a being a huge inspiration for many directors. I guess I see why, but I was never blown away, something I hoped for before I sat down, pressing play. 7.5 out of 10 cyanide capsules. See more

Rey W Jun 7, 2017 As of today, Army of Shadows is the greatest film I've ever seen. Never have I been as paralyzed as I was by a film's greatness. Genius flows in every frame. See more

Han W Aug 27, 2010 Visually stale and seems a bit too episodic for my tastes.

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