

A mysterious tale set around a traditional British family on the eve of World War Two. Oblivious to the looming shadow of World War II, the wealthy Keyes maintain a confident façade in the British countryside until daughter Anne becomes an unexpected pawn. Her accidental discovery of secret recordings creates a rift in the family.
Acting
Romola Garai's trembling restraint as Anne unravels.
Cinematography
Sun-dappled gardens that feel increasingly claustrophobic.
Direction
Poliakoff's theatrical pacing builds dread through etiquette.

Director
Stephen Poliakoff
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
David Tennant's Hector was heavily cut; his scenes explained more of the conspiracy.
The film captures 'the Bletchley spirit'—the British upper class's actual pre-war ambivalence about fascism.