Do yourself a favor and watch this gorgeous film.

Rating: 8/10 (7 October 2018)

I honestly didn't know what to expect, the film's title certainly did enough to draw my attention and wonder what this movie was all about. I read its plot description and went in. I came across with a wonderful film, with amazing acting, very good dialogue and overall a compelling love story with a historical background which interested me greatly. When the first scene kicks in and we discover why the film is called The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society it all makes sense, and it's a rather funny scene, the way it develops, even though it takes place in an obscure context.
The setting is just marvellous, it definitely adds to the film's structure. I thought it was interesting that the events take place after the Nazi occupation, although there are some flashbacks that refer back to the war. Lily James puts on an excellent performance, so do Michael Huisman (of Game of Thrones fame) and Penelope Wilton.
Really, I can't find something about this movie that I didn't like or enjoy. It is one of those films that entice you with the title and fully grab you with its fulfilling story.
Another aspect that I find interesting is how they subtlety managed to blend the love interest between Juliet Ashton (James) and Dawsey Adams (Huisman) and the investigation Ashton was carrying out regarding Elizabeth McKenna's (Jessica Brown Findlay) disappearance by the hands of the Nazis, after helping someone in need in the midst of curfew. Neither one surpassed each other, and it had the added value of also be dealing with important pieces of literature, which along with tragedy, is what sustains this interesting group of people.
This is a fine film, be sure to check it out! I wish I could read the book it is based upon.