Friday, January 28, 2011

The King's Speech

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The story of King George VI of Britain, his impromptu ascension to the throne and the speech therapist who helped the unsure monarch become worthy of it.

Directed by Tom Hooper.

Starring: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham-Carter, Jennifer Ehle, Derek Jacobi, Michael Gambon, Guy Pearce and Timothy Spall.

Won the 2011 Academy Award for Best Motion Picture of the Year! Colin Firth also won Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role, as well as Tom Hooper for Best Achievement in Directing.