Unbroken

Synopsis

Unbroken is a 2014 captivating biographical war drama film directed by Angelina Jolie. The movie tells the extraordinary true story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic athlete turned World War II bombardier. After a plane crash, Zamperini survives on a raft for weeks only to be captured by the Japanese Navy and sent to a prisoner-of-war camp. Despite enduring unimaginable hardships, Zamperini's resilience and determination to survive against all odds is showcased throughout the film. Unbroken highlights the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and find hope in the darkest of times. Jack O'Connell delivers a remarkable performance that brings Zamperini's inspiring journey to life.

Cast

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  Jack O'Connell

  Louis Zamperini

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  Alex Russell

  Pete Zamperini

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  Domhnall Gleeson

  Russel Allen 'Phil' Phillips

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  Garrett Hedlund

  John Fitzgerald

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  MIYAVI

  Mutsuhiro 'The Bird' Watanabe

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  Finn Wittrock

  Francis 'Mac' McNamara

Reviews

Unbroken received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its inspirational story and powerful performances while others criticized its pacing and lack of depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 51%, stating that 'Unbroken is undoubtedly well-intentioned, but it hits a few too many of the expected prestige-pic beats to register as strongly as it should.' IMDb rated it 7.2/10, with users praising the film's cinematography and emotional impact. Metacritic gave it a score of 59/100, indicating 'mixed or average reviews.' Despite the mixed critical reception, Unbroken remains a compelling and moving portrait of human resilience and the will to survive in the face of adversity.