The King's Speech (2010)
The King's Speech tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George ('Bertie') reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stutter and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue. Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country into war.
Directed by Tom Hooper
Starring Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter
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4 recommendations
- @goldenyears8.7/10PBS · 2mo ago
“The cast and performances are genuinely impressive, with a touching story that really hits emotionally.”
- @Geronimo19677.0/102y ago
“Geoffrey Rush and Colin Firth make for quite a pairing in this touching drama of King George VI and his speech impediment.”
- @John Chard10.0/107y ago
“The gift of cinema does credit to the gift of speech. The King's Speech is directed by Tom Hooper and written by David Seidler. It stars Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, Guy Pearce, Timothy Spall, Derek Jacobi & Michael Gambon.”
- @tanty9.0/1014y ago
“Round movie: good story, great cast, impressive stage and fantastic performances. It has it all.”