"Every film about war, declared Francois Truffaut, ends up being pro-war. But The Narrow Road to the Deep North feels quite different from most war narratives, with a deeply layered central character and a heavy, morose tone of contemplation."
"There's nothing remotely glamorous here. Throughout, the show is deep-thinking, eschewing myopic patriotism."
Justin Kurzel's adaptation of Richard Flanagan's 'The Narrow Road to the Deep North' diverges from conventional war films, reflecting on the harrowing experiences of Australian POWs during WWII. Unlike many war-themed productions, which often glorify combat, this series focuses on the psychological toll of war and the harsh realities endured by prisoners. Spanning three time periods, it delves into themes of trauma and reflection, particularly through the eyes of Dorrigo Evans, contrasting common portrayals of war with a somber and contemplative narrative that avoids simplistic patriotism.
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