British cinema at its best

Rating: 10/10 (20 January 2019)

How I imagine 'Foyle's War' would be if it met 'Doc Martin', with the added charm of 'Paddington' and some classic British romance thrown in on top.
This was the most beautiful film I've seen all year. Stunning scenery and amazing cinematography. This film had a warmth to it that is often missing from films these days - except maybe Paddington. It made my eyes happy to watch it.
If you've got a penpal, enjoy an old handwritten letter, or fancy yourself as a bit of a writer, then you'll probably enjoy this film too.
Sure, it's got one hell of a title, but they even make a joke about it during the film. Laughs and tears aplenty - it also features different flashbacks that are actually effective in telling the story (I'm usually not a fan of jumping around in time, but this is done well). Strong performance by Lily James in the lead, with an excellent supporting cast. The plot weaved around, slowly revealing layers and it kept my interest throughout - building into an enjoyably satisfying conclusion.
Highly recommend if you're a fan of British cinema - especially if you enjoyed the likes of 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel', 'Paddington', and 'Their Finest'.