An old fashion comedy. and little more. because it is surprising modern. because it reflects a specific Central European humor who reminds The Private Svejk but, in same measure, the virtues of Hungarian cinematography. a film about war. or survive in time of war. adventures, money, generosity, Germans, Russians , an old mansion and the perfect butler. and the clear, touching, humanist message. a film who must see. time by time. for discover it more refreshing. for understand the meaning of "cultural resistance". and, sure, for all the details, from nationalistic speech to the cliches about the others, from forms of camaraderie to the absurde of each aspect of war. a film like an open window in a summer morning. remembering essential things. proposing subtle image of near reality. and a sort of humor giving the feel of meet with wise solutions. for remainsing. yourself. and, sure, free.
Review of The Corporal and Others
