A Field in England

Drafthouse Films | Release Date: February 7, 2014

6.6	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 23 Ratings

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TheZeroPercentFeb 7, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If this movie was in color it would be better. If the budget had of allowed for some more special effects ( not cgi necessarily but like at least ONE supernatural/psychedelic experience). Showing 'something' in the hole woulda been fun and then a clearer ending.… Expand

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DawdlingPoetNov 26, 2021

This is a slow paced and rather dialogue heavy film - it certainly has an arty 'feel' to it but I thought it was quite interesting, with some decent characterisation and it is somewhat thought provoking. The desolation of the setting is wellThis is a slow paced and rather dialogue heavy film - it certainly has an arty 'feel' to it but I thought it was quite interesting, with some decent characterisation and it is somewhat thought provoking. The desolation of the setting is well put across and the fact its in black and white helps with this. I thought it was interesting that Whitehead (one of the main characters) was somewhat hesitant to follow the new orders he was given - his apprehension felt somehow admirable. I liked the use of doom laden music and I'd advise that the last quarter of this film is particularly surreal/'trippy' - indeed it features strobing effects, which are mentioned in a text warning before the film starts, so be aware of that if you suffer from the relevant form of epilepsy or similar, as you may be best avoiding this film.

This certainly isn't an all action war based film but it is certainly a worthwhile watch regardless, just don't expect too much to happen too quickly.… Expand

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