Review:

The English Patient

overall review score: 4
score is between 0 and 5
The English Patient is a novel by Michael Ondaatje that was adapted into a movie in 1996. The story is set during World War II and follows the lives of four individuals whose paths intertwine in an Italian villa.

Key Features

  • Historical fiction
  • Romance
  • War drama

Pros

  • Beautifully written prose
  • Intriguing characters
  • Compelling story

Cons

  • Slow pacing may not appeal to all viewers
  • Complex narrative structure

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Last updated: Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 07:41:25 PM UTC