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Brilliant in all respects
PostedDecember 31, 2010
ClassicFilmFan
from Washington, DC
This is a marvelous film which impressed me as much as "The Queen" (with Helen Mirren) did several years ago. The story of the personal struggle of King George VI to overcome his speech impediment is inspiring and touching on so many levels, not the least of which is realizing that his first real friendship may have been with his speech therapist. Geoffrey Rush (who plays the therapist) was the executive producer of the film, and gives an excellent, restrained performance, while Colin Firth playing the king amazes one with his adoption of mannerisms and speech patterns which must be almost as difficult to adopt for an actor as they are for the afflicted to shed in reality. Able support from Helena Bonham-Carter (as Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother), Jennifer Ehle (as the therapist's wife), Derek Jacobi, Anthony Andrews, and many others highlights the superb screenplay. Those who are particularly interested in British and World War II history will find added interest above and beyond the essential personal story told here. This is truly a powerful experience I would not want to have missed.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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