Dunkirk
World War II, the Allied soldiers from Belgium, the British Empire, and France are surrounded by German troops on the beaches of Dunkirk. With only a hope and a prayer of getting home, the call to civilian boat owners is made to help evacuate the troops, this is the story of some who served. 
Written and Directed by Christopher Nolan this war time shock fest contains Nolan’s signature aesthetic along with Hans Zimmer’s familiar scoring flavors– a move that makes for a visually and sonically beautiful and graphic experience; however, less developed is the character development in Dunkirk, containing a PTSD flat outlook, and really only one meaty character, Mr. Dawson (Mark Rylance), the film lacks an emotional hook sufficient enough to really bring home the bacon. Still, the film is a big spectacle that begs to be seen in large format, perhaps best as a matinee. Dunkirk is rated PG-13.