People who know me well often tease me about my complete ignorance of pop culture, particularly concerning modern movies. "Hey Harry, they make movies in color now!" is a phrase I'll encounter on occasion, too, given my preference for old classics.
Given these proclivities I'm not one to recommend movies very often, but I'm making an exception here - I strongly urge you to consider buying or renting the DVD, "Katyn." For those not historically inclined, Katyn is the location in Poland where the Soviets massacred 20,000 Polish officers in World War II and then blamed the Germans. This ruse worked for far too long, but eventually facts overcame the propaganda and in the post-Soviet era the Russian government admitted the culpability and expressed remorse.
This film version is not a documentary but instead a deftly-done movie that weaves personal romance into the factually accurate story. It's very poignant and is certainly a story that needs told more widely. I mention it here not only because it is quite important historically and masterfully done, but it also is profoundly Christian. Duty, honor, family, faith are all integral components of this film.
A couple of cautions about this film; this is not the type of movie one sits through munching snacks and quaffing your favorite beverage - it is somber and explicit. It's not gorey or sickening, but it is, after all, a story of mass murder. Also, it's in Polish with subtitles in English. I enjoy foreign films in original languages with subtitles, but I know some people find them difficult to watch. Those who choose to give this film a shot, however, will find the experience informative and enlightening.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
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