Dunkirk
The story of the miraculous evacuation of Allied soldiers from Belgium, Britain, Canada and France, who were cut off and surrounded by the German army from the beaches and harbour of Dunkirk between May 26th and June 4th 1940 during World War II.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
107 min
Audience Score
7.5
Genres
War, Action, Drama
Story Snapshot
The story of the miraculous evacuation of Allied soldiers from Belgium, Britain, Canada and France, who were cut off and surrounded by the German army from the beaches and harbour of Dunkirk between May 26th and June 4th 1940 during World War II.
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Dunkirk is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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