‘Wil’: Complicity and Courage

A film set in WWII Nazi-occupied Belgium poses many moral questions.
‘Wil’: Complicity and Courage
Wil (Stef Aerts), navigates the murky world of wartime Belgium, in “Wil.” Netflix
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NR | 1h 50m | Drama, History, War | Jan. 31, 2024

There’s an overwhelming glut of World War II movies featuring dastardly Nazis that often feel like cardboard cutouts. It’s become increasingly difficult to find truly original angles in films about people resisting or fighting against the Nazis. “Wil,” directed by Tim Mielants, is a grimly serious film that attempts to set itself apart from this overcrowded genre.

Ian Kane
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Ian Kane is an U.S. Army veteran, author, filmmaker, and actor. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.