The King's Speech

Five Stars: ˜˜˜˜˜

When this film first opened Christmas 2010, it nearly flopped before being saved by all the Oscar hype early the next year. A rare dialogue-centric plot is deliciously laced with historical detail. Unique cinematography draws in the audience and allows them to connect deeply with the characters. Collin Firth’s performance is unforgettable and beautifully supported by the rest of the cast. An essay on courage, honor, even love, this movie will certainly entertain you and may even change your life.

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MEMORABLE QUOTES

“Do you know the ‘F’ word?” – “‘Fornication?’”

“In the past all a King had to do was look respectable in uniform and not fall off his horse. Now we must invade people's homes and ingratiate ourselves with them. This family is reduced to those lowest, basest of all creatures, we've become actors!”

“You know, I refused your first two marriage proposals not because I didn't love you, but because I couldn't bear the idea of a royal life… but then I thought, He stammers so beautifully, they'll leave us alone.”