Dunkirk is a war film directed by Christopher Nolan, based on the true events of the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II. The movie tells the story of the British and Allied forces trapped on the beaches of Dunkirk, and their desperate struggle to evacuate amidst enemy fire. Dunkirk is known for its immersive and intense portrayal of the evacuation, using minimal dialogue and relying on visual storytelling to create a sense of tension and urgency.