In “The Uprising,” director Paul Greengrass uses his signature shakycam style to depict the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381, a significant event in British social history. The story follows a nameless Ploughman (Andrew Garfield) who initiates local tax revolts, ultimately joining rebel leader Wat Tyler (Cosmo Jarvis) and preacher John Ball (Jamie Bell). On the opposing side are the child-king Richard II (Woody Norman) and his mother, Joan of Kent (Katherine Waterston), alongside ministers content to uphold the existing power dynamics.
As tensions rise, Richard grapples with his role, initially sympathizing with the rebels before taking a firmer stance. Greengrass successfully blends historical narrative with class analysis, illustrated through the character of William Walworth (Jonny Lee Miller), the Mayor of London. The film also explores the philosophical underpinnings of the revolt, mainly through Ball and his disciple Alyce (Thomasin McKenzie).
The Ploughman’s skepticism stems from experiencing loss during the Black Death, yet his views appear isolated given the widespread impact of the plague. Discussions about the revolt’s implications for serfdom are interspersed throughout the film but can be challenging to follow. Ultimately, “The Uprising” delivers a somber, reflective commentary, diverging from the hopeful outcomes often associated with historical revolts. The film is set to be released in UK cinemas on October 9.
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