The Mercy

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Alain E @AlainE Mar 13 It is an interesting story and unusual because for someone who doesn’t know the facts the resolution is totally unexpected. On the other hand the viewer cannot really figure out when the protagonist decided to change course and what was his line of thought. Acting is pretty good. We are shown limited scenes of rough sea, which we have to assume was the reason that made Crowhurst to stop trying. With the final credits we learn that the winner of the race, in an impressive demonstration of sportsmanship, gave his winnings to the widow. On Prime. See more Kyle M @RT77296778 Jan 26 Colin Firth’s performance enables a sorrowful study onto the dramatized subject that serves as the only relevant layer attributing to the 2006 documentary "Open Water", which provided most of the storytelling engagement this evidently lacks. (B-) See more Jim P @RT08384096 Dec 17 Worth a watch, for sure. Interesting story but not much extra. It's been done before, better. See more Christopher P @RT78069415 12/07/2024 We all lie about our aspirations and achievements, not in order to attain advancement, nor to receive plaudits and advancement. This film shows an individuals poorly planned and underfunded attempt at a sort of desire to put his stamp on history whilst embracing ametueism. All of us would like to beat the odds in some way, be an unsung hero in some fashion. What is inconceivable to me is how he could have left such a great life behind. . See more Michael S @RT82321775 01/19/2024 Recommended watch. Not action packed but a great view into the mindset of a man of the old ways and "tough upper lip" mentality... A view into the troubles of a man who dared to be... A tale of woe from a hero! Firth as aways captivates! See more isla s @RT89656869 09/03/2022 This is a film which tells an interesting, if obviously depressing, story. I wasn't aware of the story prior to watching the film and watching it made me curious to see a documentary or something more factual that investigates what may have taken place. It is a bit of a slow moving film I suppose, with the main plot not fully getting 'underway' until close to half an hour into the films running time, although the build up does give us an idea of how close the main character, Donald, was to his family (wife and sons). I felt it was a bit cheesy how scenes of Donald's struggles on board would cut straight to memories of happier times back 'on dry land', from many years ago. If your someone who looks for constant action in such films, then this will likely seem a bit slow and plodding and may well not hold your attention. However, I think it does well at highlighting the perhaps danger of male masculinity or the over competitiveness in some such people? if you know what I mean. Its a thought provoking watch, although not exactly greatly compelling visually, it may well provide proverbial food for thought, in relation to both people's strive for success, male masculinity/machismo and enforced/continual isolation. I would only recommend this film if your particularly interested in the main story. See more Read all reviews

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