...it’s the tone that sets this apart from more traditional, ever-so-slightly-fusty inter-War dramas.

...en særlig og stærkt anbefalelsesværdig oplevelse, som fortjener og kræver ens ypperste opmærksomhed. Episk og alligevel nærværende. Flamboyant og alligevel intelligent.

Each period and scene in the movie is compelling on its own terms, and then compelling on a deeper level...

The generous, sharp performances, especially Garai's, deepen the story's emotional impact, as does Wright's assured, frequently astounding direction.