An uplifting story from one of the most utterly depressing periods of history. Very rarely do I stumble across a film that moves me to tears, but this was one of them - and at the same time, it's so beautifully crafted that you can't look away. I suppose that, like its protagonist, the movie really is that complex. Only the length drops this from a 10/10. (It's hard to find 3 hours and 15 minutes to sit and watch it.) I won't say any more - just trust me and see this film.
4 stars out of 4
9.5/10
