
'71
Directed by Yann Demange
Produced by BFI, Screen Yorkshire
A tense, visceral survival thriller set amid the sectarian violence of 1970s Belfast, following a young soldier's desperate attempt to escape a hostile urban warzone.
A young British soldier must find his way back to safety after his unit accidentally abandons him during a riot in the streets of Belfast.
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Is '71 scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.
Is '71 violent? Yes. More violent than 88% of films.
Is '71 easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.
Is '71 one of a kind? Barely. Less singular than 86% of films.
Is '71 sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Does '71 end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
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Like '71
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as '71
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like '71, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like '71, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like '71, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































