Netflix fans rediscover SAS Rogue Heroes star's war movie based on 'remarkable' true story
Some fans consider this war movie a masterpiece
Netflix fans are rediscovering a SAS Rogue Heroes star's war movie that is based on a 'remarkable' true story.
Unbroken was initially released back in 2014. Inspired by the biography of Louis Zamperini, the US Olympic track record holder, it tells the story of his real life experiences during the Second World War. The film is currently proving popular on the streaming platform.
Zamperini managed to survive a plane crash, only to be left at the mercy of nature and then eventually find himself locked up and facing brutality as a prisoner of war.
The film was directed by Angelina Jolie with a screenplay cowritten by the Coen brothers. Jack O'Connell, known for appearing in the Steven Knight created BBC series SAS Rogue Heroes along with films Sinners and 28 Years Later, leads the film as Zamperini.
Fans of the historical war series are encouraged to sample Unbroken now it is finding a new audience on Netflix. They are both praised for their depiction of real life events during times of war.
Domnhall Gleeson co-stars in Unbroken alongside O'Connell as a fellow survivor of the plane crash. The actor reportedly lost so much weight for the role that his eyeballs shrunk.
While critics have the title a lukewarm reception, with it only managing 53% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it is remembered more fondly by fans. At the time of writing, it is currently one of the most watched films on Netflix, with it sitting tenth in the top 10 among UK users.
Many who have already seen it have sung its praises online. A viewer went so far as to dub it: "One of the best movies of this century."
One person, sharing their thoughts claimed: "A truly inspiring masterpiece. Unbroken is one of the most powerful and deeply moving films I’ve ever seen. The movie is beautifully shot and emotionally gripping from start to finish. Jack O’Connell gives a brilliant performance, and the direction by Angelina Jolie brings raw honesty and heart."
They continued: "It’s not just a war story, it’s a story about never giving up, about faith, courage, and resilience. Truly unforgettable. A must-watch for anyone who loves real stories of strength and survival."
Another fan added: "Most underrated film of all time. Inspirational and amazing true story of a true American hero. This movie is like no other and is definitely one of the greatest movies of all time. It doesn't matter if you don't like war movies. Once you watch this moving it will truly impact your life forever."
Someone else commented: "I had emotional breakdowns watching this movie. Such a creative masterpiece. This is definitely among my best ten movies of all time. I was even shocked to see that the director is my favourite female actress Angelina Jolie. She never seize to surprise me with her talents. All in all, this is a 10/10 movie."
Unbroken is streaming on Netflix.