A Worthy Winner & Outstanding Cast

Rating: 8/10 (28 June 2011)

A very patient and rewarding movie, captured the story and a brilliant performance by Firth. Lots to like about the performances, the period costumes, and the drama of the times. Quite a powerful story and although the plot followed the story, the side pieces with daughters, Corgi's and the press kept the movie interesting and unpredictable.
I liked the build up between King and speech writer, keeping true to the original and keeping the Australian personality front and center. Rush was interesting but not at his best in a protagonist role, lacked some gravitas on this one.
A mixed bag this year in terms of candidates for best picture and this clearly stood out as a worthy winner.