What can i say about this film that others have not already said already? Everyone has said it is unbelievably bad and that is an accurate description. The reasons i actually watched it from beginning to end is that it amused me, the continuity errors, the bad acting and the God awful dying. Someone should have taught these actors and extras how to put a little life into their dying skills. Their bad dying made me laugh. One more thing before i sign off, and this is more of some advice for film directors, do not have actual working clocks in the shot, there is a scene in a house in a French town with 2 British soldiers in a room chatting away, one minute the clock says 1.48pm, the next it says 1.45pm, the next you can't even see the hands of the clock , then the next minute it's back to 1.48pm. Either the director has managed to manipulate time or he/she has seriously messed up continuity wise. My bet is on the latter. My advice is stay away from this film unless you are really into bad acting, bad dying and continuity errors. It is because of these points stated that i gave this film 2 out of 10 rating because they managed to make me laugh.
107 Reviews
Good-- for a High School Film Class Project
gofastergetrounder22 July 2017
Warning: Spoilers
This movie is quite good for a high school film class project.
It certainly wouldn't be considered good measured against any other standard, but for high school students making a movie for the first time, it is a pretty good effort.
Uh, I'm not positive it was made by high school students, but from the quality of the writing, the production, photography, and the directing it seems like it almost has to be.
I do think they must have subcontracted out the bridge-blowing sequence to middle-schoolers. Not very sharp middle-schoolers at that. Certainly one of the dumbest, most poorly researched and executed sequences of all time.
I've got to say that I don't know for sure that this was a high school production, but I'm thinking how could it have been anything else?????
I felt sorry for the actors. It isn't that the acting was in any way, shape, or form good: It wasn't. In fact, compared to normal professional productions, I would be inclined to call the acting "frightfully bad." But, in comparison to the script writing, directing, etc. in this movie, the acting was downright stupendous.
I'm not sure how much they spent making this movie, but I feel quite certain it wasn't much at all.
I am COMPLETELY certain that they didn't spend nearly, nearly enough. Each painful scene is painfully nursed to get the maximum amount of time possible out of it, whether it warrants it or not (in nearly every case, a definitive "IT DOESN'T!" I have a feeling very, very little footage was left on the cutting room floor.
Or maybe it was a "can we make a movie in one day" project . . . .
If it wasn't high schoolers, the "one day" thing might explain this juvenile, lame excuse for a film.
It certainly wouldn't be considered good measured against any other standard, but for high school students making a movie for the first time, it is a pretty good effort.
Uh, I'm not positive it was made by high school students, but from the quality of the writing, the production, photography, and the directing it seems like it almost has to be.
I do think they must have subcontracted out the bridge-blowing sequence to middle-schoolers. Not very sharp middle-schoolers at that. Certainly one of the dumbest, most poorly researched and executed sequences of all time.
I've got to say that I don't know for sure that this was a high school production, but I'm thinking how could it have been anything else?????
I felt sorry for the actors. It isn't that the acting was in any way, shape, or form good: It wasn't. In fact, compared to normal professional productions, I would be inclined to call the acting "frightfully bad." But, in comparison to the script writing, directing, etc. in this movie, the acting was downright stupendous.
I'm not sure how much they spent making this movie, but I feel quite certain it wasn't much at all.
I am COMPLETELY certain that they didn't spend nearly, nearly enough. Each painful scene is painfully nursed to get the maximum amount of time possible out of it, whether it warrants it or not (in nearly every case, a definitive "IT DOESN'T!" I have a feeling very, very little footage was left on the cutting room floor.
Or maybe it was a "can we make a movie in one day" project . . . .
If it wasn't high schoolers, the "one day" thing might explain this juvenile, lame excuse for a film.
Most amateur and fraud American movie I've ever watched!
rocker-ishtiaq2024 August 2017
Successfully wasted 95 minutes watching this because I thought it's the Dunkirk by Nolan. They FOOLED me. Amateur graphics amateur screen play amateur story. Everything's crap! They are making people fool by similar plot and name. God I wish I watched the Nolan's trailer first. Man I never imagined this could happen to me. Worst movie ever I've watched in 2017. Kill the director before it lays more eggs. Full of crap!
Absolutely Unreal
maverell1 August 2017
This is one of the worst WW2 movies I have ever seen and I have seen dozens. Totally unreal, the costumes/uniforms on both English and German sides were pathetic, as was the acting, as was the apparent unlimited ammunition and tactics. Bizarre is another word to describe it.
Not worth the time or money.
Not worth the time or money.
An Asylum movie
Emma-M-V29 July 2017
Asylum movies like this one only exist to piggyback off the popularity of more popular movies and trick gift-givers into buying the wrong movie come Christmas. They take a big-budget movie, such as Christopher Nolan's "Dunkirk", which they know is coming out soon and churn out a movie with a kind of similar plot and a very similar name, but with horrible acting, atrocious writing etc. for near no money at all. It's nothing but a cynical, pseudo-plagiarist con.
Don't watch this joke, watch the real "Dunkirk" instead.
Don't watch this joke, watch the real "Dunkirk" instead.
Unbelievably awful
johncwalker-2007311 July 2017
Warning: Spoilers
I have spent many years on IMDb, reading reviews of films and checking actors, but this film is so bad that I have gone through the lengthy registration process in order to express the feelings of rage it produced.
I do not expect complete accuracy in a work of fiction, but in order to enjoy a film there must be some semblance of reality in order to maintain the necessary "suspension of disbelief" required of an audience.
Let's just consider some of the film's major failings:
The uniforms worn by both sides, particularly the British, are what may be found by wandering around a military surplus store and picking up at random. The Parachute Regiment did not exist in 1940 so red berets and para cap badges are ridiculous. The men wear a mixture of regular army and para clothing and equipment. Don't get me started on the helmets.
The military vehicles are a mixture of units from different countries and different eras, mostly American. A jeep in 1940?
The troops of both sides have no idea of tactical movement or fire control. The Germans use enormous numbers of rounds to shoot one Frenchman in the back.
Both sides use a mixture of weapons, some of which were not issued in 1940.
Few of the actors know how to carry or control a weapon properly. The Frenchwoman in particular would not only miss but probably hurt herself holding her rifle as she does.
A British officer asking his men if they want to continue the mission?
Overall, I can only assume that the director felt no need to consult a military adviser.
If we add to this the stilted dialogue, the cartoon German "baddie" and the ability of everyone in 1940 to understand what an algorithm is, you can see why, despite my best efforts I could not watch it to the end.
Better never to start watching.
I do not expect complete accuracy in a work of fiction, but in order to enjoy a film there must be some semblance of reality in order to maintain the necessary "suspension of disbelief" required of an audience.
Let's just consider some of the film's major failings:
The uniforms worn by both sides, particularly the British, are what may be found by wandering around a military surplus store and picking up at random. The Parachute Regiment did not exist in 1940 so red berets and para cap badges are ridiculous. The men wear a mixture of regular army and para clothing and equipment. Don't get me started on the helmets.
The military vehicles are a mixture of units from different countries and different eras, mostly American. A jeep in 1940?
The troops of both sides have no idea of tactical movement or fire control. The Germans use enormous numbers of rounds to shoot one Frenchman in the back.
Both sides use a mixture of weapons, some of which were not issued in 1940.
Few of the actors know how to carry or control a weapon properly. The Frenchwoman in particular would not only miss but probably hurt herself holding her rifle as she does.
A British officer asking his men if they want to continue the mission?
Overall, I can only assume that the director felt no need to consult a military adviser.
If we add to this the stilted dialogue, the cartoon German "baddie" and the ability of everyone in 1940 to understand what an algorithm is, you can see why, despite my best efforts I could not watch it to the end.
Better never to start watching.
Absolutely Terrible. Avoid like it's a nasty viral infection.
thehorsetowater3 August 2017
the 'It's an Asylum movie' says it all. Thanks, Emma.
As she said, the Asylum company bank quite literally on rapidly releasing slapstick movies that piggyback on the big releases. Most big ticket movies have an associated asylum movies. This is no exception.
Not worth anyone's time. Don't help them make another one. Don't rent it.
As she said, the Asylum company bank quite literally on rapidly releasing slapstick movies that piggyback on the big releases. Most big ticket movies have an associated asylum movies. This is no exception.
Not worth anyone's time. Don't help them make another one. Don't rent it.
Worst movie ever
timtunley4 July 2017
Warning: Spoilers
This is without doubt the second worst war film I have ever seen. Why were they dressed as Para when the para's were not yet formed and why were they in the wrong helmets. Script just terrible. Nothing to recommend it all. I would have been better to spend the £7 on cider. My advice if you want a laugh buy this movie.
One of the worst movies I have ever watched
Elharony2 August 2017
If you are reading this review and didn't watch this awful movie, DON'T WATCH IT...
I watched it and it wasn't entertained at all. Well, it was a funny movie with the stupid actors and the -very- poor graphics!
This is not a genuine movie, the original one called "Dunkirk" not "Operation Dunkirk". Here is the original one: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5013056/
If you already watched this movie before, you will know that I am completely right about this review...
I watched it and it wasn't entertained at all. Well, it was a funny movie with the stupid actors and the -very- poor graphics!
This is not a genuine movie, the original one called "Dunkirk" not "Operation Dunkirk". Here is the original one: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5013056/
If you already watched this movie before, you will know that I am completely right about this review...
Really, really crap film
andy-miles8 July 2017
Warning: Spoilers
Extremely poor script, extremely unlikely scenario, "Vot is the Algorithm" features a lot.
Unrealistic representation of the French Resistance.
Only person who knows Vot the Algorithm is happens to be tall, reasonably good looking and female.
Apparently the whole concept of radar depended on Vot the algorithm was.
The Germans are German the French are cowards and the Brits are plucky.
What a load of crap.
Unrealistic representation of the French Resistance.
Only person who knows Vot the Algorithm is happens to be tall, reasonably good looking and female.
Apparently the whole concept of radar depended on Vot the algorithm was.
The Germans are German the French are cowards and the Brits are plucky.
What a load of crap.
Operation Dunkin-Donuts !
davechef4 August 2017
Well i'm really glad you came here before viewing this complete & utter piece of rubbish !. I got about 15 min into it & realised 'this is it'. The 'actors' the uniform,machines & general demeanor of people attempting to portray scared & desperate body of men in a huge push to save as much of the structure & integrity of the British ARMY ! & send a very sad crew of the paras to certain death. 'nuff said,it's rubbish !!.
loved it for what it was
joeboy-223553 August 2017
Anyone who thought they were getting the dunkirk movie should read the movie title properly. I watch Asylum films regular and enjoy them for what they are. I never go into one of their films expecting an Oscar worthy movie, they are cheap budget rip offs but good films non the less. I wouldn't read into the ultra low scores.
Well done asylum
Well done asylum
Good action movie
lindsayjohnston-8626429 January 2022
Group of soldiers on mission to bring French women with knowledge given to her about RADAR while escape at Dunkirk was happening Doesn't claim to be documentary all these "military experts" nit pickers should sit back and watch. Limit on length of review is why so called experts are only ones that review to brag about their so called knowledge or movies they worked or directors they dislike There are so many movies people avoid because of stupid rules.
WAME - Worst awful movie ever
bledibego6 August 2017
I want to ask to this movie directors, to give me back 1.5 hours of my life spent on this thing. Awful at all senses, not worth watching. I can't believe that in 2017, people can' make movies like this. Bad acting's, bad music, bad story, bad actions, bad fighting's - everything was bad. Specially the worst scene was that on the bridge, with stupid actions & reactions, very slow and disgusting. This movie can be used to torture someone, for real!!!
Don't waste the bandwidth
paulffmain28 July 2017
The single worst 'war' movie I have ever seen - switched off in less than 20 minutes. No effort was taken in authenticity or for that matter story line or production. Pretty much everything covered already by other posts here. Really should check IMDb in future before hand instead of wasting time and spondoolitz!
Don't even bother
mickerick-4843428 July 2017
Warning: Spoilers
one of the worst and unrealistic war films I've ever seen in my life
First of all they were driving along in an occupied country not a care in the world pull up and the one in charge says its just on the other side of this field and they get out and walk...They were in a jeep why not drive across the field that's what they were made for. Next 5 armed soldiers on a mission that they have been told could win the war all armed, And they all stick their hands in the air for 1 resistance fighter with a shotgun. The bridge scene was a joke, After the explosion that knocked everyone down the first up were all English, All Germans were stunned for a few seconds more so what did the English do not pick up guns and kill the enemy they ran and fired as they went.This new breed of director seem to be happy with anything nowadays forgetting that its got their name on it and it will follow them
First of all they were driving along in an occupied country not a care in the world pull up and the one in charge says its just on the other side of this field and they get out and walk...They were in a jeep why not drive across the field that's what they were made for. Next 5 armed soldiers on a mission that they have been told could win the war all armed, And they all stick their hands in the air for 1 resistance fighter with a shotgun. The bridge scene was a joke, After the explosion that knocked everyone down the first up were all English, All Germans were stunned for a few seconds more so what did the English do not pick up guns and kill the enemy they ran and fired as they went.This new breed of director seem to be happy with anything nowadays forgetting that its got their name on it and it will follow them
The Optimist's Review (why be pessimist, right?)
edmondoster29 July 2017
This is a GREAT comedy film.
A great-great-great COMEDY film.
If you want to laugh out loud, watch this.
People try to make comedy films like this one, and don't succeed!! This one manages to do it without effort! Great-Great comedy film.
A great-great-great COMEDY film.
If you want to laugh out loud, watch this.
People try to make comedy films like this one, and don't succeed!! This one manages to do it without effort! Great-Great comedy film.
Operation Dunkirk
steynmarais28 August 2017
This is the worst movie I have ever seen. I am not an ex soldier to Dunkirk and not remotely connected to the war. It is the worst acting I have seen for a long time. Shoot the producer. Shoot everybody that even thought to be part of this movie. Rather pay your movie ticket for a box of matches. In this modern age someone must have thought better. Who financed this?? I have a movie about a dog that can stand on its hind legs. Please finance me.
Rides piggyback on a blockbuster
vmps-12 August 2017
Warning: Spoilers
Quite frankly, I thought I was going to see "Dunkirk", the new blockbuster ...
As it so happens, it turned out to be a complete waste of an hour and a half ... time that I will never get back.
The CGI is worse than 95% of movies I've seen over the years ... and that's the best part of this movie.
Do yourself a favour ... go watch grass grow ... or paint dry.
As it so happens, it turned out to be a complete waste of an hour and a half ... time that I will never get back.
The CGI is worse than 95% of movies I've seen over the years ... and that's the best part of this movie.
Do yourself a favour ... go watch grass grow ... or paint dry.
Horribly inaccurate
mirgvolsung24 August 2017
The premise of the film is that a squad of BEF soldiers are sent back into Nazi occupied France instead of evacuating at Dunkirk. This sets the movie in 1940. In one early scene, the BEF squad are riding in a Jeep with a white star on the hood indicating it's an American vehicle, also Jeeps weren't built until 1941. Which is the year after this film takes place. The villain in the film wears the insignia of a Private in the SS but is wearing a Naval jacket. This same Nazi also continuously switches between speaking German and English to every one, including the Germans under his command. With all that said, the "package" they are sent to retrieve is a lady who knows how to make Radar. The movie is in 1940 remember; Radar was invented in 1933. Did any one research anything pertaining to this film? The movie is just bad. A waste of the $5 I spent at Walmart!
This movie sucks
the_thundermaster5 August 2017
This is a rip off movie, I knew this was not the real Dunkirk movie but it was hilariously bad . I just watched it for the wrong equipment and other bull***t. Jeeps in 1940, Germans wearing 1990s Bundeswehr Goretex parkas, German machine guns with Picatinny rails, Stengun with magazine pointing down, British soldiers wearing American helmets, Para berets that were not there for 2 years, The extra's playing German soldiers look as if they work as an accountant in the tax office, Soldiers wearing hipster beards and much more ( find the cellphone antenna). This is a fun movie for military equipment recognition hobbyists to spot all the incorrect material .
Monty Python without the Humour
llareggub30 August 2017
Others have summarised the monumental plot failings- Krauts driving Shermans, 1940 Pommies with Thompson Guns & 6*6 GMC trucks & Jeeps, everyone waiting around for the Seppos when it took 18 bleeding months for them to grow the spine necessary to take on Fascism, needing an algorithm! from the Krauts to complete the Chain-Home radar system that the Poms had perfected years before; but the stupid, Millenial rewriting of history meant I have no idea how this dog ended. Presumably Barack Roosevelt instituted a Renewable Energy Target, and Adolf Bush was stuffed.
The SS had shaving problems, feisty, up front women ran the world, but what made me finally turn off and delete this garbage was the vicious, amoral sadism that permeates every Millenial exercise in so called drama.
Utter, irretrievable crap. We are in a lot of trouble.
The SS had shaving problems, feisty, up front women ran the world, but what made me finally turn off and delete this garbage was the vicious, amoral sadism that permeates every Millenial exercise in so called drama.
Utter, irretrievable crap. We are in a lot of trouble.
Operation Dunkirk, The Asylum version
nonadeplume3207 November 2023
All y'all haters of The Asylum make me laugh. I am a long time The Asylum devotee. I regularly enjoy their dollar store knock off mockbusters. I appreciate the Asylum for what they do because they do it extremely well. Can another studio say they've never lost money on a movie? Fun fact, if the big studios find out The Asylum is ripping their big budget movie off they know they've got a hit. Truth. So when all you haters say how bad it is et al I love it because they are, obviously, either too stupid to read the actual title or too gullible to realize Dunkirk isn't going straight to video.
So this movie is standard fair for The Asylum. It's not Dunkirk as filmed by Nolan but it's a decent action movie. It's also, as always, unintentionally hilarious. And there in lies the core of The Asylum, mindless fun.
And no matter how much you love good, classic movies movies, sometimes you need some mindless fun.
So this movie is standard fair for The Asylum. It's not Dunkirk as filmed by Nolan but it's a decent action movie. It's also, as always, unintentionally hilarious. And there in lies the core of The Asylum, mindless fun.
And no matter how much you love good, classic movies movies, sometimes you need some mindless fun.
Baaaaaaaaaad
Dogwatcher25 August 2017
Ditto John Walker's review below re inaccuracies. I managed about 10 minutes. My OH said he would watch it to the end,I bet him he'd give up after another 15 minutes, he managed 12. Terrible acting, terrible accents, more historical howlers than you can poke a stick at. It's so bad it's not even funny.
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