Love+War (2025) Movie Review

Love+War – Movie Review

First Reaction – Love+War is important, fascinating and eye-opening.

Director: Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi

The film follows Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Lynsey Addario as she documents the war in Ukraine, while also looking back at her impressive career. It’s directed by Oscar winners Vasarhelyi and Chin.

Runtime: 1 Hour 35 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Verdict on Love+War

Recap

I was really captivated watching this documentary about Lynsey Addario. It shows her incredible career as a photojournalist, traveling to dangerous places to capture important stories. But it’s also about the challenges she faces balancing that life with being a mom and a wife. It’s fascinating to see how she pushes back against people who underestimate her, proving she’s not only one of the best in her field, but that she can handle everything life throws at her – both professionally and personally.

Best Parts

The film’s strength lies in exploring a relevant question: how do you balance a dangerous career with the responsibilities of new parenthood? This struggle deeply motivates Lynsey’s determination in her field. The movie also showcases her incredible work, contrasting the risks she takes with the warmth of her family life. This contrast emphasizes the power of individual stories to create global change. Lynsey’s talent for capturing impactful images brought attention to women’s rights in places where those rights are often overlooked. Through a series of compelling stories from her career, alongside glimpses of her peaceful home life, the film presents two very different worlds.

Final ThoughtsLove+War is a fascinating dive into a brilliant photographer’s life.

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2025-10-21 14:37