The Partisan – Movie Review
First Reaction – The Partisan is a strong war story with excellent performances.
Where to Watch
The Partisan arrives on digital 27 October followed by DVD release 15 December, courtesy of High Fliers Films.
Director: James Marquand
Writer: James Marquand (Screenplay)
Cast
- Morgane Polanski (The Ghost)
- Malcolm McDowell (Halloween)
- Ingvar Sigurdsson (The Northman)
- Frederick Schmidt (Angel Has Fallen)
- Piotr Adamczyk (Iggy the Eagle)
Plot: A Polish spy who works for the British during the Second World War. After a betrayal, she is compromised in Warsaw and finds herself in a murky world of treachery.
Runtime: 1 Hour 48 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Story: The Partisan starts as we meet Polish spy Krystyna Skarbek (Polanski), who has been working for the British. She remains in Poland to watch the actions of the Germans, reporting back to Trench Coat (McDowell). Krystyna must navigate the dangerous environment, never knowing who to trust to pass on information.
However, she begins to question her choices and finds herself in a treacherous area. She must decide what is the most valuable decision of her life, which could help turn the tides of the war.
Verdict on The Partisan
Recap
The movie follows a Polish spy working for the British. She must navigate the German invasion to uncover the secrets before being discovered. However, it will test her resolve in the battle for the truth.
Best Parts
The movie takes on the story of a spy in the horrific time of World War II. It effectively utilises this to showcase her intelligence in avoiding capture and keeps her making a difference in the larger story. The performances are great and help carry the story.
Worst Parts
While the story has an interesting series of events, it doesn’t do much to be different from many other stories. It doesn’t stand out from anything else, and by the end, the pacing isn’t as strong as the story.
Final Thoughts –The Partisan is a strong war story with great performances.
