The Exception

Very poor. I have no idea why Lilly James and Christopher Plummer agreed to do this what seems like a low budget, poorly made film. The romance seems very forced, the ending poor. Nothing here worth watching.

I loved this movie. Two strong hearts, minds and wills. Great cast. Beautiful love story.

I loved its story, its cast, the performances, but the open ending left me with doubts, I want to hope for a happy ending but times were different back then. Lily James and Jai Courtney are the couple with the most chemistry I've ever seen, I want more films of them together as a couple 💖

Instead of creating a close portrayal of Kaiser Wilhelm II, with one of the absolute best acting performers in the business in a true leading role, The Exception makers got carried away into a romantic soapish kind of secret agent, and not particularly exciting WW2 thriller, where the actual historical events play a very diminshed part. The result is that the total just ends up with quite a lot less of both, neither good history or fiction. Nevertheless, though it didn't really become one of his last great film roles, Christopher Plummer still stands out and saves the day.

The Exception tells an interesting story through the outstanding performances of its talented cast supported by beautiful cinematography and costume design. This period drama captures the essence of the time in which it's set by being attentive to the details in all aspects. It also succeeds in highlighting the drama, mystery, and romance of its plot.

Plummer's movie all the way! He does the impossible by making Kaiser Whilhelm II lovable, even though the actual man started WWI, a horrible bloodbath for all concerned. It's definitely worth a watch!

An extraordinary positive surprise and one incredibly beautiful movie. Must see.

I thought it was ok overall as it was interesting about the German Monarchy before Hitler took over during WWII, but not an exciting movie until the final 20 minutes.

For the first time in a while, I'm aligned with the Critics' Consensus! This is a perfect marriage of romance and drama, with immaculate settings and costume design. The performances and writing are what elevate this and hold it up as something quite special. I'd not expected much when I pressed play, but I'm glad I was proven wrong

Plummer saves the day!