Unlike that character, however, Edith Pretty in The Dig does not do the work herself.

That other movie was Ammonite, about a woman archaeologist in a time when women were more than rare in that field of endeavor. The Dig reminded me of another movie about archaeology and which was not only also based on a true story but also involved a woman’s contribution to that scientific field. Reviewed by narrator56 8 / 10 Reviewed on August 05, 2021, Thu at 08:37 AM Overall, I recommend it to any viewer who's interested in knowing more about the real-life story or who's simply a fan of this specific genre. Lily James (Rebecca) also demonstrates her impressive emotional range once again. Fiennes (Harry Potter) and Mulligan (Promising Young Woman) share a heartwarming chemistry that really suits their characters.

Moira Buffini's already excellent screenplay is still elevated by the remarkable cast. It really hurts the overall pacing, dragging an otherwise well-balanced flick. However, the romantic subplot involving Peggy Piggott feels out-of-place and rather dull considering the objective of this film. The main narrative focuses on the excavation itself and the findings of a shockingly old (Anglo-Saxon) ship, which turns out to be more captivating than I ever anticipated. Mike Eley's cinematography produces some of the most gorgeous shots of the year, transforming The Dig into a visually satisfying movie to look at. Therefore, despite a premise that doesn't immediately catch my attention, Simon Stone does a wonderful job in making this film quite interesting. As an engineer and a science enthusiast myself, I rarely struggle to find some sort of enjoyment in movies based on true stories about scientific discoveries, technological advancements, or impactful historical events. Reviewed by msbreviews 7 / 10 Reviewed on July 15, 2021, Thu at 04:22 PMīefore watching this film, I had absolutely no idea who Basil Brown (Ralph Fiennes), Edith Pretty (Carey Mulligan), or even Peggy Piggott (Lily James) were and what they did.

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