"Anthony Hopkins Shines in Devastating British Biopic 'One Life'"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
"One Life" is a British prestige biopic that tells the story of Sir Nicholas Winton, played by Anthony Hopkins, who saved 669 Jewish children during World War II. While Hopkins delivers a powerful performance, the film is hindered by a silly and on-the-nose script. The movie intercuts between two timelines, showcasing Winton's heroic actions in 1938 and his remorse in 1987. Despite its emotional moments and accurate period details, the film's attempts at consistent quality are undermined by its script. The director's visual choices and the performances of Hopkins and Johnny Flynn provide coherence, but the film falls short in exploring the ethical implications of emotionally ambushing a private man in a public setting.