Into the Storm

UK / USA 2009, 100 minutes
Dir. Thaddeus O'Sullivan
Rating: [M]
Genres: Drama / History, War

Topics: Late-life, Period 1950s.

Feat. Brendan Gleeson, Janet McTeer, James D'Arcy, Len Cariou

Aroview: Enthralling sequel to HBO's acclaimed THE GATHERING STORM focuses on Winston Churchill's challenging term as Prime Minister during the war, followed by his fall from favour, and eventually reelection in the 1950s.

HBO/BBC co-production is beautifully mounted and historically illuminating, bringing to life both minor and influential moments in Churchill's career. As expected, the performances also take centre stage, with Janet McTeer as Clementine Churchill in arguably the more revealing role as the "woman behind the the man."