Not usually my thing, but I enjoyed this one

Rating: 7/10 (30 March 2019)

Period dramas have been popularised of late by the likes of 'Downton Abbey' and 'Call the Midwife', and while personally period pieces aren't my cup of tea and I've never been particularly interested in watching them on TV, I was drawn to watching 'The Favourite'. Partly because of the excellent reviews it had received, and partly because a 2 hour film doesn't require as much commitment as a long, drawn-out drama series.
To my surprise, and to the film's credit, I sat through the whole thing and did get some enjoyment out of it. 'The Favourite' does a good job at appealing to more than just the typical 'Downton Abbey' fan audience, which is probably down to the fact that it is surprisingly funny and the lead characters deliver entertaining performances. As with all other high-budget period dramas, 'The Favourite' is also a pleasure to watch with some beautiful cinematography and costume design. This is an accessible period drama film that can be enjoyed by a more general audience, as well as fans of the genre.