What's it about?
Based on the true story of king George VI, the film follows his struggle to overcome his stammering as he is to become the spokesman and figurehead of the whole country, replacing his brother Edward VIII as the king. He attends psychotherapeutic sessions with an Australian actor Lionel Logue, who used unorthodox methods to heal shell-shocked soldiers from World War I and helped George VI overcome his trauma as well.
Why watch it?
For the beloved British 'underdog overcoming all obstacles in the end' story; great acting; a very personal, moving and motivating journey that you as a member of the audience go through with the characters; if you like British history; if you enjoy true story films.
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Ratings
8 on IMDb
95% on Rotten Tomatoes
Critical Reception
To say that the film is approved by the critics would be an understatement - it is one of the most successful British period dramas world-wide and an Oscar-winner. The film is praised for its great acting, witty dialogue and mesmorizing chemistry between the two leads.
Reviews
The King's Speech, Roger Ebert
The King's Speech Review, The Guardian
The King's Speech, The Telegraph
The King's Speech, Rolling Stone
The King's Speech, The Hollywood Reporter
The King's English, Albeit With Twisted Tongue, The New York Times
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