There is something of the world about Romola Garai. At 39, she has already seen a great deal in her young life. She was born in British Hong Kong and lived in Asia until she was eight. She landed her first film role at 18, playing the younger version of Dame Judi Dench in The…
Just when it seems I can’t admire this young actress any more, I come across this… My Week: Romola Garai | From the Observer | The Observer. And my review of GLORIOUS 39…
Glorious indeed. This is a wholly original, impeccable new film from writer/director Stephen Poliakoff. A stunning cast illuminates a finite moment in English history — the summer of 1939, on the eve of the unthinkable. The story centers on the Keyes family, and is told from the point of view of the eldest daughter,…
I admit to being wary of this film. I generally find the “toast of the Oscars” films to be less than satisfactory as a complete package. That buzz coupled with the two headline actors – Keira Knightley and James McAvoy – caused yet more trepidation. And as if that wasn’t enough, I was also doubtful…