This week’s releases include: a government agent continues to harbour an alien whose become a member of his family; a world of tiny people that teaches an oversized man a lesson; and a look at the struggle and triumph of a man who would lead a nation. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘Colin Firth’
New on DVD & Blu-ray: April 19, 2011
Posted: April 19, 2011 in Film ReviewsTags: Amanda Peet, American Dad, Billy Connolly, Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Gulliver's Travels, Helena Bonham Carter, Jack Black, Jason Segal, King George VI, Seth MacFarlane, The King's Speech
New on DVD & Blu-ray: March 22, 2011
Posted: March 22, 2011 in DVD & Blu-ray ReviewsTags: angelina jolie, Colin Firth, Corey Feldman, Donald Faison, Eric Balfour, Greg and Colin Strause, How Do You Know, Howard Marks, Jerry O'Connell, Johnny Depp, Kiefer Sutherland, Mr. Nice, Owen Wilson, Paul Rudd, Reese Witherspoon, Rhys Ifans, River Phoenix, Rob Reiner, Rupert Everett, Skyline, St. Trinians, St. Trinians 2, Stand By Me, The Legend of Fritton's Gold, The Tourist, Wil Wheaton
This week’s release include: a rom-com about finding Mr. Right; the real-life tale of a drug dealer; a sequel to a bizarre, almost all-girl adventure; a wrong place, wrong time spy flick; and the quarter-century anniversary release of a film about growing up. (more…)
Review: The King’s Speech
Posted: December 10, 2010 in Film ReviewsTags: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, King George VI, The King's Speech, Tom Hooper
Many people suffer from a fear of public speaking. The idea of everyone being acutely attuned to everything you say and how you say it can be paralyzing. Luckily, most people are not made to confront this phobia often. However, in a world that increasingly requires personal address by industry leaders, public speaking has become a necessary evil for a variety of occupations. In 1925, the popularity of radios meant country leaders were no longer just ornaments; they were now expected to speak directly to their people – often. For King George VI, this was a terrifying proposition because he had a debilitating stutter – until he met a man who became a lifelong friend. (more…)
TIFF ’10: The King’s Speech
Posted: September 7, 2010 in Film Reviews, Toronto International Film FestivalTags: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Guy Pearce, Helena Bonham Carter, King's Speech, TIFF 2010, Tom Hooper, Toronto International Film Festival
King George VI (Colin Firth) was plagued by a dreaded stutter that made people think he was unfit for the throne – until he formed a lifelong friendship with a speech therapist (Geoffrey Rush). Firth’s performance is excellent, often conveying numerous emotions through just his eyes; meanwhile Rush remains fittingly just outside of the spotlight. Director Tom Hooper is very adept at these period pieces, having mastered the overview of one man’s life. The film is a fascinating and well-rounded view a good man with the potential to be a great king.