I was excited about this movie weeks prior to seeing it on screen as the plot seemed very interesting and refreshing. Going Into the movie i wasn't quite aware of the factual accuracy that the movie undertook and was surprised to find out after watching how real and accurate the protagonists story is. The idea is simple, a Welsh Journalist who has previously interviewed hitler (1933) wants to travel to Russia to interview Stalin. Most of the film is based around the depiction of the USSR pre-WW2 environment. Mr Jones finds himself entangled in a web of mysteries and deception as he discovers for himself the bleak and dismal realities of the Russian expansion over Europe. More importantly, Stalins tight grip over the economy and the enormous widespread famine that wiped out millions and plagued the soviet countryside's. This movie portrays the story from Gareth's objective point of view, but does it in a human fashion. The Spectator discovers alongside the protagonist making us feel as involved as the journalist is, in wanting to expose these secrets to the world. The harsh realities of a past not that distant from us should inspire all to pick up a history book and delve into a past that is not as known as the others. Strong movie with an important message. Nice screenplay and accurate character representation. Would recommend to a history buff.

Mr Jones Is the true story of Welsh journalist Gareth Jones who exposed the famine in the Ukraine that killed millions during Stalin's reign. While 'Fake News' as a term is relatively new the concept is not and is used by governments all over the world and at many times throughout history, this film is a timely reminder to never believe everything, even from reputable sources. Great performances and some nice cinematography. particularly in the Ukraine scenes. A little bit slow to start but once it got going it was excellent.

This is a powerful film which I'm afraid few people will watch. Even those who watch it, may feel the situations it portrays are exaggerated or completely made up. They are not. The problems caused by Stalin in Ukraine are, if anything, downplayed. But beyond the historical accuracy are the questions about the behavior of the people and their morality as it is portrayed in the film. Did diplomats and politicians really behave like this? Not only did they behave like this. They continue to behave like this. I've worked in government NGOs overseas and I've seen the insincerity of most diplomats close up. I've also experienced their ability to blind themselves of the truth if the truth endangers their high paid positions. There are people out there now who know the truth and who are being told to keep quiet. There are people I've known who were undermined when trying to do what was right. So, this movie is telling the truth for them. You may not like what it has to say, but who says the truth has to be pleasant.