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"Unveiling the Heroic Legacy: 'One Life' Depicts the Untold Story of Nicholas Winton's Remarkable Rescue Mission"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline

"One Life" is a new film dramatizing the inspiring story of Sir Nicholas Winton, who saved 669 children from the Nazis in 1938 and kept it secret for 50 years until it was uncovered by a BBC show. The film spans two time periods, 1938 and 1988, and stars Anthony Hopkins as Winton. It portrays his efforts to rescue the children and the emotional reunion with them in 1988. The film, directed by James Hawes, tells Winton's tale with restraint and features a strong supporting cast. It serves as a reminder of the importance of ordinary heroes in times of unimaginable horror.

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"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.

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