Bale delivers a Brummie accent masterclass.

Rating: 10/10 (14 March 2020)

I can honestly say there is not one thing about this film I dislike. The casting, storyline, the cars, the soundtrack..... But the real treat for me was actually seeing the delivery of a first class Brummie accent by Bale. I note that a couple of other reviewers have said he spoke with a 'UK Northern accent' (nope, we're Midlands!) and a Cockney accent (seriously?!!). As a True Brummie I can honestly say this is the first time I have watched a film and actually seen someone act and speak like the people I know and see every day. It was so great to watch a film without the irritation of someone over-egging the accent and capturing the Wry humour. And the accompanying script was spot on for colloquialisms too. Overall, an incredibly moving, funny, poignant and utterly entertaining experience.