Unconventional War: Exploring Morality in Steve McQueen's 'Blitz'
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Unconventional War: Exploring Morality in Steve McQueen's 'Blitz'

Hindustan Times  

A unique and unconventional WWII drama, 'Blitz,' explores the moral complexities of war and the resilience of individuals facing injustice. The film follows a young boy's journey to get home during the Blitz, intertwining his story with the broader narrative of the war. 'Blitz' is a visually striking and thought-provoking film that challenges viewers to question the morality of war and the sacrifices made by those caught in its crossfire.

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PETER HITCHENS: Steve McQueen's blockbuster Blitz is propaganda dressed up as historical fact - with racism on every street corner and the Communist Party portrayed as heroes
3 months, 1 week ago

PETER HITCHENS: Steve McQueen's blockbuster Blitz is propaganda dressed up as historical fact - with racism on every street corner and the Communist Party portrayed as heroes

Daily Mail  

It is hard to beat a good nostalgic war film at this time of year. They will see that its star is the luminous Saoirse Ronan, and perhaps expect to be carried romantically back into those dangerous days when Britain stood alone and London could take it I confess that, though I know the London Blitz was a horror, I …

Steve McQueen's Blitz, starring Saoirse Ronan, brings the untold stories of WWII London to life
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Steve McQueen's Blitz, starring Saoirse Ronan, brings the untold stories of WWII London to life

ABC  

Fast facts about Blitz What: A nine-year-old boy struggles to find his way home as London is hit by German air strikes during World War II. It might be one of the most dramatised periods in 20th century history, but for Oscar-winning British filmmaker Steve McQueen, there are stories that remain untold amid the chaos and rubble of World War …

Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’ Is Apple TV+’s Newest War Drama
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’ Is Apple TV+’s Newest War Drama

Huff Post  

Sir Steve McQueen attends the BAFTA Film Preview of "Blitz" on Oct. 28, 2024, in London. “Therefore, I wanted to find out who he was and I just projected a story onto him, who he was and how I could put on an act, how I could actually work with that image to tell a narrative.” That photo became his …

Blitz is dividing critics. We discuss Steve McQueen’s latest film.
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Blitz is dividing critics. We discuss Steve McQueen’s latest film.

Slate  

On this week’s show, Slate experts June Thomas and Dan Kois fill in for Dana and Julia. First, the trio tackles Blitz, director Steve McQueen’s new film about the German bombings of London during World War II, which stars Saoirse Ronan, Harris Dickinson, and randomly, Paul Weller. For a McQueen movie, it’s quite traditional – predictable plot beats, an easy …

Steve McQueen’s goal with ‘Blitz’: to paint a more truthful portrait of WWII London
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Steve McQueen’s goal with ‘Blitz’: to paint a more truthful portrait of WWII London

LA Times  

For British director Steve McQueen, the past isn’t worth dramatizing unless it can illuminate the present, so when he makes films steeped in history — whether it’s “12 Years a Slave” or his World War II epic “Blitz” — he’s asking audiences to judge where we are now in relation to what’s happened before. While conducting research for “Small Axe,” …

A Child's Journey Through Wartime London in 'Blitz'
4 months, 4 weeks ago

A Child's Journey Through Wartime London in 'Blitz'

Hindustan Times  

The article explores the film 'Blitz,' a poignant and unconventional portrayal of wartime London through the eyes of a Black child. The film follows George, a 9-year-old biracial child whose life is upended by the war. Through his journey, McQueen highlights the resilience and determination of the people who fought for survival. The film also introduces audiences to people they've …

A Child's Journey Through War: Steve McQueen's 'Blitz' Captivates Londoners
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4 months, 4 weeks ago

A Child's Journey Through War: Steve McQueen's 'Blitz' Captivates Londoners

Associated Press  

The article describes the film 'Blitz,' a poignant and unconventional war film that follows the story of George, a 9-year-old biracial child in East London. The film uses the conventional to show the unconventional, taking audiences on a journey through the war-torn city. It features a diverse cast, including Paul Weller, Elliott Heffernan, and Saoirse Ronan, who portrays George's mother. …

Blitz: Steve McQueen’s new WWII movie is a dud.
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Blitz: Steve McQueen’s new WWII movie is a dud.

Slate  

One thing you could never accuse the English filmmaker Steve McQueen of is making the same movie over and over. On his long and perilous journey home, George will encounter both friends, like Ife, a kindly Nigerian British soldier who helps the boy find his way to one of the many bomb shelters set up in the London Underground, and …

A Gripping Exploration of War and Morality in 'Blitz'
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4 months, 4 weeks ago

A Gripping Exploration of War and Morality in 'Blitz'

Associated Press  

A young boy's journey through London during World War II is a unique and unconventional war film that explores the morality of those caught in the conflict. McQueen's film delves into the complexities of war, testing the morality of those involved and the consequences of their actions. The film features a strong performance from Elliott Heffernan as George, a 9-year-old …

A Child's Eye View of War: Director Steve McQueen's New Film Explores London's Blitz Through a Child's Eyes
4 months, 4 weeks ago

A Child's Eye View of War: Director Steve McQueen's New Film Explores London's Blitz Through a Child's Eyes

Hindustan Times  

Director Steve McQueen shows the horrors of war through the eyes of a child in his new film 'Blitz'. The film is based on extensive research and features Saoirse Ronan as Rita, a Londoner who sends her son George to the countryside for safety during the war. The film also stars Elliott Heffernan, 11, who makes his film debut as …

Steve McQueen on making WWII personal with ‘Blitz’: ‘It’s about us fighting ourselves’
5 months ago

Steve McQueen on making WWII personal with ‘Blitz’: ‘It’s about us fighting ourselves’

LA Times  

“I’m not going to go down the easy path,” says director Steve McQueen. “We could have that,” the filmmaker says, sitting in a quiet room in London’s Soho Hotel during a long day of press ahead of BFI London Film Festival. But I know it’s interesting when you’re working in a way which is confrontational.” “War is bad enough, but …

Blitz review: Steve McQueen’s wartime drama is a monumental achievement in British cinema
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Blitz review: Steve McQueen’s wartime drama is a monumental achievement in British cinema

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Earlier this year, the British filmmaker Steve …

Blitz review: Perilous trip into wartime underworld for the Blitz's Oliver Twist, writes BRIAN VINER
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Blitz review: Perilous trip into wartime underworld for the Blitz's Oliver Twist, writes BRIAN VINER

Daily Mail  

Blitz Verdict: An explosive start Rating: This year’s London Film Festival could not have had a more appropriate curtain-raiser last night than Blitz, a stirring drama set in September 1940, just after the Luftwaffe began its intense eight-month bombing campaign on the city. The film opens spectacularly with a fireman being knocked senseless by an out-of-control hose, and later there’s …

‘Blitz’ trailer: Saoirse Ronan stars in Steve McQueen’s WWII drama for Apple
6 months, 1 week ago

‘Blitz’ trailer: Saoirse Ronan stars in Steve McQueen’s WWII drama for Apple

The Hindu  

Apple Original Films has released the first trailer for Blitz, an intense WWII drama directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Steve McQueen. The film stars four-time Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan alongside newcomer Elliott Heffernan and is set to hit select theaters on November 1, before premiering globally on Apple TV+ on November 22. Hans Zimmer’s haunting score, already garnering Oscar buzz, heightens …

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