Film Review – The Railway Man

“The Railway Man” is a difficult film, both in subject matter and cinematic execution. Taking on the scars of war and the ravages of PTSD behavior, the story is divided into two time frames of misery, missing an overall design of psychological clarity that could create a singular narrative of immense emotional power. It’s a fragmented effort, missing some pieces of the puzzle, but there’s strength in the performances, which lend the picture a profound sense of impact the screenplay doesn’t always communicate to satisfaction. Acting as another exploration of post-war anguish, “The Railway Man” has valuable insight into the process of forgiveness, making it a worthy sit, even when it feels incomplete. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com