Paul Trussell

The King’s Speech tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George (’Bertie’) reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stutter and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue. Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country into war.

A middle-aged London factory worker is shocked when the mixed-race daughter she gave up at birth decides to track her down. At first she denies she is her mother. All family members become emotional, as everyone’s secrets are exposed.

In this poignant drama directed by Mike Leigh, the story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and hidden truths. The plot centers around a successful black optometrist who, after…

In this poignant drama directed by Mike Leigh, the story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and hidden truths. The plot centers around a successful black optometrist who, after…