The King's Speech

Factual Speech Filled with First-Class Feats
The King’s Speech, R, *****, Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, Guy Pearce, Timothy Spqall Claire Bloom, Weinstein Co. Director Tom Hooper, 118 minutes.

For all film fans interested in watching a great story coupled with outstanding performances, this is the film to view. It is based on a true story, and from historical facts, “The King’s Speech” is right on target.
The movie spans over a decade of time leading up to World War II as the Royal Family in Great Britain faces conflicts and distress. This film delivers information about the Royal family and the history taking place right before the war begins.
I have to admit I am not an expert in the history of Great Britain. However, this film gives the audience a new perspective of the facts about the Royal Family.
Prince Albert (Colin Firth) has a speech impediment. He stutters and becomes very anxious when trying to speak. He is second in line to become King when his father is no longer able to continue leading. The first in line is Edward (Guy Pearce) Albert’s brother. Their father George V (Michael Gambon) is rapidly becoming ill.
Edward is not the ideal person to become King. He insists on marrying a divorcee. Of course, The Catholic Church frowns upon this with lots of piousness. This is because the King is Head of the Church of England. He must set a proper example. Edward chooses to marry his divorcee and denounce his kingship.
The Kingship belongs to Albert now, so he will become King George VI.
The most interesting portions of this excellent film belong to Albert and Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush). Both Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush deserve Oscar nominations. Rush for best supporting actor and Firth for best actor. Of course this is just my opinion, but I think the seasoned film follower will agree. These two actors give tremendous performances especially Rush.
The audience feels for Albert as he tries to give a speech. He agrees to see a speech therapist. The eccentric therapist is Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush). He steals every scene with is enthusiasm and confidence. This is the mark of a great teacher as well as actor.
Lionel uses psychology to help Albert understand why he stutters. The audience will be surprised at exactly what happens when a secret is revealed by Archbishop Lang (Derek Jacobi).
Viewers will get a taste of pompous, arrogance, and insensitive comments from the would-be-King and later The King. As the film progresses, the audience follows the usual plot scenario of reluctance, acceptance, unwillingness, and of course, friendship. This is done with finesse. After all, the Royalty must use glamour and elegance in order to live up to the expectations of their subjects. It is well worth the drive to the theater to view this remarkable film. “The King’s Speech” captures the sophistication and intelligence of the time period.
The viewers meet Winston Churchill (Timothy Spall) and a few other historical characters. This makes the film even more realistic to watch these individuals in their younger days.
Dedication, perseverance, intelligence, history, and friendship will supply the audience with lots of memorable moments. It has two dramatic scenes with a couple words that may offend some viewers, but these moments demonstrate frustration and connection being communicated by George VI and Lionel.