A lesson on how to make a historical film

Rating: 10/10 (16 May 2016)

This film shows the struggle of King George VI of England against his stammer, shyness and insecurity, as well as his relationship with his controversial speech therapist. Directed by Tom Hooper, the film has screenplay by David Seidler and the participation of Colin Firth, Helena Bonham Carter, Geoffrey Rush, Michael Gambon, Guy Pearce and Timothy Spall.
This film has a star cast, where Colin Firth had space to show all his talent, achieving a fabulous performance. No less brilliant was Geoffrey Rush, with a flawless interpretation, further enlivened by a wonderful diction and voice placement. It's clearly that he is an actor with a great theatrical school and, although it sometimes be harmful in cinema, it was very well used by the actor to build his character. The script was done with great care and, although some things have been changed for dramatic purposes (it's a film, not a documentary), we can say that it seeks to portray the historical truth rigorously, which is always worthy of merit. In this regard, we must also highlight the costumes, filming locations and scenarios, carefully designed to recreate that time. The soundtrack, including several classical pieces, is sublime.
This film, winner of the Oscar for Best Film, Best Leading Actor, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, has also won the Golden Globe for Best Actor and the congratulations of the British Royal Family, with the Queen herself thrilled seeing this film, and the way it portrays her late father. Not being a documentary, it faithfully portrays that time and the people involved, being a lesson for any director who wishes to make an historical film.