Debuting on Christmas Eve of 2010, the film won Oscars for best original screenplay, best directing, best leading actor, AND best motion picture of the year, among many other awards.
I can definitely see why.
What a fantastic film. Historical drama, no obnoxious love story, a very non-traditional plot line, plenty of twists and quirks to maintain interest, a wonderful soundtrack, great characterization...
really though, I'm not a movie reviewer, so you're just going to have to watch it yourself or read others' opinions.
the display of vulnerable humanity.
"Why should I listen to you?" Lionel boldly asks the king.
Bertie's immediate forceful reply,
with no hesitation or stammer at all,
"BECAUSE I HAVE A VOICE!"
The infallible figurehead of the British government struggles with his speech.
A man in a position of high power seeks assistance from a common Australian.
One whose life seems like it is (or at least ought to be) perfect from the perspective of his people has fears, worries, and debilitating family conflicts.
The way this film captures the humanity of King George VI is a wonderful reminder
that no matter who we are,
we are fundamentally more alike than we are different,
in our successes and our failures.
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The humanity of the king in this film also reminds me of the humanity of the King of Kings.It fascinates me how God would come down to become fully human.
It's so easy to forget that Jesus experienced life like us,
stubbing his toes,
feeling hunger and pain,
sweating in the heat,
crying in times of sorrow.
But he did.
Even God, through Christ Jesus, understands the plights and triumphs of human life,
which to me is very comforting.
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