The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
7.1
1107 Votes

During World War II, the British Army assigns a group of competent soldiers to carry out a mission against the Nazi forces behind enemy lines... A true story about a secret British WWII organization – the Special Operations Executive. Founded by Winston Churchill, their irregular warfare against the Germans helped to change the course of the war, and gave birth to modern black operations.

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Cast
Henry Cavill
Gus March-Phillips
Eiza González
Marjorie Stewart
Alan Ritchson
Anders Lassen
Henry Golding
Freddy Alvarez
Cary Elwes
Brigadier Gubbins 'M'
Alex Pettyfer
Geoffrey Appleyard
Henry Zaga
Captain Binea
Til Schweiger
Heinrich Luhr
Freddie Fox
Ian Fleming
Rory Kinnear
Winston Churchill
Danny Sapani
Kambili Kalu
James Wilby
Viscount Algernon
Simon Paisley Day
Admiral Pound
Mark Oosterveen
Air Marshal Dowding
Victor Oshin
Olufemi
Tim Seyfi
German R Boat Captain
George Asprey
Commander Hopkirk
Luca Marrocco
Captain Umberto
Paul Antony-Barber
Field Marshall Dill
Bikiya Graham Douglas
Madame Igbokwe
Nikolas Salmon
Jorgensen
Mert Kılıç
Spanish Officer
Jens Grund
Nazi Officer
Olaf Kayhan
Train Nazi
Nail Abdrakhmanov
Train Nazi
Mert Dincer
Compound Nazi
Adem Yılmaz
Compound Nazi
Russell Balogh
SOE Mole
Rupert Robinson
First Lieutenant
Jonathan Keeble
Pathé Newsreader (voice)
Details Of Movie
Music
Photos Ed Wild
Revenue 27450915
Location United Kingdom
Producer John Friedberg, Ivan Atkinson, Guy Ritchie, Chad Oman, Jerry Bruckheimer
Director Guy Ritchie
User Reviews
TheSceneSnobs July 13 2024 12:52:11 AM

I was pleasantly surprised by The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Guy Ritchie crafts an intriguing story about Winston Churchill’s team of highly skilled misfit soldiers recruited for the dirtiest missions against the Germans. This film combines historical drama with Ritchie's signature style, resulting in an engaging and action-packed experience. Henry Cavill stands out as the deranged leader of this unorthodox team, delivering a performance that balances madness with a fierce sense of duty. His character's unpredictable nature keeps the audience on edge. Cavill stands out as the deranged leader of this unorthodox team, delivering a performance that balances madness with a fierce sense of duty. His character's unpredictable nature keeps the audience on edge. Simultaneously, the subplot involving two Allied spies embedded within the German ranks adds an exciting layer of espionage. Babs Olusanmokun and Eiza González deliver fantastic performances, navigating the perilous environment with a blend of cunning and bravery. However, not all elements of the film work seamlessly. The scenes featuring Winston Churchill are notably weaker, often disrupting the narrative flow and diminishing the film’s intensity. These moments feel out of place, detracting from the otherwise tight and focused storytelling. On the technical front, the film excels with masterful cinematography and outstanding sound design. The visual style captures the gritty and chaotic nature of war while maintaining clarity during intense action sequences. The sound design immerses the audience in the film’s world, from the clamor of battle to the subtle tension of stealth operations. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare is a compelling addition to the war film genre, distinguished by its strong performances, engaging dual storylines, and technical prowess. While some scenes fall short, particularly those involving Winston Churchill, the film’s overall impact remains powerful. Guy Ritchie’s unique touch brings a fresh perspective to a historical narrative, making this film a must-watch for fans of action, history, and espionage.