Film Review: The King’s Speech

Along with Danny Boyle’s 127 Hours and David O. Russell’s The Fighter, Tom Hooper’s The King’s Speech is one of the most uplifting films of the year. The story’s resolution may be predictable, but this character driven, period piece drama is delightful. Besides, the true story of King George VI is staggering (pun intended). Colin Firth gives a magnificent performance as the king; he will almost certainly win the Best Actor Oscar. The King’s Speech is immensely satisfying, funny, and is one of the all-around best-acted films of the year; it may even take home Best Picture.

The following review contains several semi-spoilers; they are not all that spoilerific since anyone going to see the movie could guess how it may turn out (considering the title).