2023 * PG-13 * 1h 35m Since his James Bond days, Pierce Brosnan has played a wide range of roles--some good, some okay, and some downright awful. But this is definitely one of his finest performances in ages. He plays a 92-year old WWII veteran, and he does a very convincing job of it. He's also supported by a number of excellent actors as well in a meaningful, touching film that will haunt you long after viewing it.
Brosnan plays Artie Crawford, an aging vet who's been living in a nursing home in Northern Ireland with his beloved wife Maggie. We learn through the course of the film that he, his friend Charlie, and Maggie were inseparable as kids. Then the two young men were drafted and served in the British Army and were part of the Normandy Invasion. Which is where Charlie was killed.
When it's announced that there will be a huge celebration of the 75th anniversary of the event, Artie decides to escape the nursing facility and head to France to participate. This adventure is based on real life and it's a wonderful and memorable trip. Along the way, he's aided by a bunch of kind-hearted characters that help him reach his destination.
What a sweet little film. I think it's one the whole family will enjoy. Warning: Be sure to have some tissues handy and I dare you not to puddle up at the end of this fantastic movie!
4 out of 5 stars
Currently streaming for free on Kanopy & Hoopla (with your library card) and to rent on Apple TV, Plex, and other services.
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