Sweetie and I went to see “The King’s Speech” recently. It is about King George VI of England and his speech therapist, Lionel Logue. The King took over the crown right at the beginning of World War II under very difficult circumstances. He had a very bad stammer from childhood that he could not rid himself of despite seeing many doctors and specialist. His wife found an obscure speech therapist, Logue, who treated the Duke of York (who later became King George VI, successfully.
So its about history and overcoming and becoming a leader but it is mainly about the relationship and the friendship between the Duke of York and Lionel Logue and how a common man helped a man become King.
This is one of the best movies I’ve ever seen. I give it five stars out of five.
Rated R because of language. Get a sitter for the kids, go see this movie. Its great.
Colin Firth makes a great Duke of York and later King.
Helen Bonham Carter plays the supportive wife, Queen Elizabeth. Geoffrey Rush absolutely steals the show as Lionel Logue the therapist.
Sounds terrific! I’ll plan to see it! Thanks for the tip! Yours are always great! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Sylvia
I want to see this as soon as I can. Heard good things about it.
I remember King George VI very well and also recall listening to his speeches on the wireless. I look forward to seeing this film.
Thank you so much for the thumbs up on this movie. My husband has been wanting to take me to one for ages, and this sounds like it would fit the bill. Yours synopis was excellent. Genir
Oooh I cannot wait to see this, I just hope we get it over here in the boonies!
I’ve not seen this but have heard from several people it was really good. Great job on your review Yogi.
So happy to read your review. The movie is one that I’ve had on my list of want-to-sees.
Irv and I loved this movie too. It was fantastic!
I want to see this one! Is it out for rental yet?
I can’t wait to see it. Thanks for the warning about the language.