Their Finest

2017

"Crafting hope amidst the chaos of war."

Also known as: 🇫🇷 FR: Une belle rencontre^? 🇮🇹 IT: Il giorno più bello^? 🇰🇷 KO: 아름다운 날들^? 🇨🇳 ZH: 他们最好的^? 🇹🇷 TR: Aşkın Çekimi^? All international titles (9) →

Drama Romance War 117 min 6.8/10

Synopsis

Their Finest is a movie released in 2017.

Their Finest is a captivating blend of drama, romance, and war, set against the backdrop of World War II. Directed by Lone Scherfig, the film explores the world of British propaganda filmmaking during a time of uncertainty and turmoil. It follows a young screenwriter, played by Gemma Arterton, who is tasked with creating a film that will boost morale and support the war effort. As she navigates the challenges of the film industry, she encounters a range of colorful characters, including a charming actor portrayed by Bill Nighy and a fellow writer played by Sam Claflin. The atmosphere of Their Finest is infused with both the weight of historical context and the lighter moments that arise from the creative process. The film highlights themes of resilience, creativity, and the importance of storytelling in times of crisis. With its engaging narrative and strong performances, it offers insight into the power of cinema not just as entertainment, but as a means of inspiration and unity during challenging times.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	2/5
Sexual Content	2/5
Language	2/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	2/5

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Violence

There are scenes depicting the impact of war, including some mild violence and the aftermath of bombings, but no graphic violence is shown.

Sexual Content

There are references to romantic relationships, some suggestive situations, and a few mild sexual innuendos, but no explicit content is present.

Language

The film contains some instances of mild profanity and coarse language, though it is not pervasive.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are minimal references to alcohol consumption in social settings, but no drug use is depicted.

Frightening Elements

The film includes scenes that may be emotionally intense, particularly related to the war setting, which could be distressing for younger viewers.

Summary for parents:

Their Finest is a drama that explores themes of love and resilience set against the backdrop of World War II. While it has some mild violence, sexual content, and language, it generally maintains a focus on character development and emotional storytelling suitable for a teenage audience.

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Connections with other movies

This movie has thematic and stylistic connections with the following productions:

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Box Office

Budget: $11,795,877

Revenue: $3,603,484

Profit -$-8,192,393

ROI -69.5% (0.3x)

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Their Finest is directed by Lone Scherfig .

Cast of Their Finest

Gemma Arterton

Catrin Cole

Sam Claflin

Tom Buckley

Bill Nighy

Ambrose Hilliard / Uncle…

Jack Huston

Ellis Cole

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Crew & Production

Lone Scherfig

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Keywords

#based on novel or book 620 #woman director 154 #world war ii 123 #1940s 86 #filmmaking 12 #war propaganda 5 #london blitz 2

Production Companies

BBC Film

EuropaCorp

HanWay Films

Film i Väst

Wildgaze Films

Number 9 Films

Filmgate Films

Trivia & Fun Facts about Their Finest

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• The film was shot on location in various parts of London, which helped to authentically recreate the atmosphere of World War II during the Blitz.

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• In one scene, Bill Nighy's character, Ambrose Hilliard, references classic films of the era, which serves as a nod to the importance of cinema in boosting morale during the war.

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• Lone Scherfig previously directed 'An Education,' which also explores themes of personal ambition and societal expectations, connecting the two films thematically.

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• The music for the film was composed by Rachel Portman, who is known for her ability to blend emotional depth with historical context, enhancing the film's dramatic and romantic elements.

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