🎬 Film · English

The King's Speech (N/A)

Name: The King's Speech
Director: Tom Hooper
Genre: historical film, biographical film, drama film
Duration: 118 min
Cast: Guy Pearce, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, David Bamber, Anthony Andrews

⏱ 118 min historical film biographical film drama film

Plot

2010 British film directed by Tom Hooper

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Why Watch This

Tom Hooper’s intimate direction captures the personal stakes behind a nation‑shaping moment, turning a royal stammer into a riveting character study. The film balances historical detail with emotional honesty, making the king’s struggle feel both epic and deeply human.

Best For

Historical drama fans, Biopic lovers, Royal history enthusiasts, Speech‑therapy interest, Award‑season viewers

The CinePearl Take

Geoffrey Rush delivers a quietly powerful performance as Lionel Logue, grounding the film’s emotional core. Hooper’s measured pacing lets the tension build naturally, turning each therapy session into a dramatic crescendo. The film’s thematic focus on vulnerability in leadership resonates strongly in today’s climate, making it more than just a period piece.

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Cast & Crew

Director: Tom Hooper
Cast: Guy Pearce, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, David Bamber, Anthony Andrews, Tim Downie, Patrick Ryecart, Freya Wilson, Jennifer Ehle
Writer: David Seidler

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