The King's Speech (2010)
The King's Speech (2010) tells the true-life story of Prince Albert (Colin Firth), a shy, stammering man who must become King George VI after his brother's abdication. With the patient, unorthodox help of Australian speech therapist Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush) and the steadfast support of his wife Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter), Albert confronts the psychological roots of his impediment and learns to speak with authority at a moment when Britain needs a clear voice to face war. Watching the film you’ll get an intimate, character-driven drama that balances warmth and humor with real emotional stakes. The movie draws you into quiet therapy sessions and private frustrations, then builds tension toward public speeches that carry national consequence. Standout performances and authentic period detail make the relationship between king and commoner feel immediate and affecting; the climax — a wartime radio address — delivers a powerful, cathartic payoff. Overall it’s a moving portrait of courage, friendship, duty and the hard work behind finding one’s voice.
Actors: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter
Director: Tom Hooper
Runtime: 118 min
Genres: Biography, Drama, History
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