Good but not great

Rating: 7/10 (10 January 2011)

I really enjoyed this movie. It's nice to see such a cerebral film for a change, one that's not full of nudity, ghetto swearing, and explosions. Add to that it's a historically accurate portrayal of events which occurred not that long ago, but about which most viewers will be ignorant.
Firth and Rush were both quite good, although at times Rush pushed the boundary on mugging to the camera.
That said, I think if fell short of the great movies in this genre, such as A Man for All Seasons.
My only big complaint was the actor who played Churchill was terribly miscast. Although WC did not play a major role in the film, nevertheless he is an important historical figure. The actor pushed his chin into his chest, stuck out his pouty lower lip, and carried a cigar. That was it. I believe most high school drama teachers could have selected a better actor.
All in all, it is good, and unless you like Tom Cruise or Angelina Jolie movies, go see this one.