The King's Speech is a one of those rare movies where actors transform a simple story into a great movie. This story is about King George VI of England, who used to stammer in the early part of his life; and then with the help of a great speech therapist, delivers a great inspiring speech to the nation during World War II.
The portrayal of King George VI by Colin Firth is just too good. Besides the stammering, the expression on perseverance and vulnerability by him in various parts during the movies is totally great. Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter don't let themselves down by showing throughout the movie why they are some of Hollywood's most respected characters critically. And then we have Guy Pearce giving us some good comic scenes throughout the movie.
I am a big sucker for British things from their traditions, their football and their rock bands. But this movie gives us a good insight into the British Royal Family during the 1940s. The way the royals were considered to be the nation's symbols and all that stuff. The King's speech also showcases the quaint things like Archbishop and an interesting Winston Churchill. Then there is David giving up us throne for Mrs. Wallace, a divorcee and an interesting character herself. The teacher student sessions between Bertie (Firth) and Logue (Rush) are very intense, with some bordering on the comic side. The end part of the movie which is the speech is very warm moment and made my heart soar.
The performance of all the actors was exemplary and Tom Hooper has done a mighty good job. The movie is very captivating throughout and a must see. A similar genre movie coming to mind is Frost-Nixon.
The portrayal of King George VI by Colin Firth is just too good. Besides the stammering, the expression on perseverance and vulnerability by him in various parts during the movies is totally great. Geoffrey Rush and Helena Bonham Carter don't let themselves down by showing throughout the movie why they are some of Hollywood's most respected characters critically. And then we have Guy Pearce giving us some good comic scenes throughout the movie.
I am a big sucker for British things from their traditions, their football and their rock bands. But this movie gives us a good insight into the British Royal Family during the 1940s. The way the royals were considered to be the nation's symbols and all that stuff. The King's speech also showcases the quaint things like Archbishop and an interesting Winston Churchill. Then there is David giving up us throne for Mrs. Wallace, a divorcee and an interesting character herself. The teacher student sessions between Bertie (Firth) and Logue (Rush) are very intense, with some bordering on the comic side. The end part of the movie which is the speech is very warm moment and made my heart soar.
The performance of all the actors was exemplary and Tom Hooper has done a mighty good job. The movie is very captivating throughout and a must see. A similar genre movie coming to mind is Frost-Nixon.