The Forgotten Battle
The Forgotten Battle

The Forgotten Battle

2021Movie126 minDutch

During WWII's crucial Battle of the Scheldt, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intersect.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users75%
Director: Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.Genres: War, Drama, History

Plot Summary

During the Battle of the Scheldt in World War II, a young Dutch pilot fighting for the Germans, a resistance fighter, and an English girl become entangled in the brutal conflict. As the battle rages, their paths cross, forcing them to make life-altering decisions that impact the course of the war.

Critical Reception

The Forgotten Battle received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its impressive visuals, intense battle sequences, and historical scope. Some critics noted a somewhat predictable plot and underdeveloped character arcs, but overall it was recognized as a well-crafted and ambitious war film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning cinematography and large-scale battle recreations.
  • Applauded for its ambitious attempt to portray a significant but often overlooked WWII battle.
  • Some critics found the narrative structure and character development to be uneven.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a visually impressive and action-packed war movie. Many appreciated its focus on a lesser-known aspect of World War II history and the high production values. Some reviewers felt the story could have been more emotionally engaging.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in the Netherlands, with extensive use of CGI to recreate the wartime destruction and landscapes.

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