A Film Review on The King’s Speech
Based on true events, the film focuses on a delightful story of the British royal family at the turn of the last century. Two major historical events, the abdication of the Duke of Windsor and World War II, are accompanied by the treatment of the main character's stuttering and inability to speak in public throughout the film. The story is focused on the main character's internal conflict, supplemented by the external conflict with the therapist.
As an Oscar-worthy film, it has several special features in my opinion. First of all, the film has a bright and dark story conflict, complementing each other, both development and ups and downs.
At the same time, the characters are portrayed with advancement and retreat, with restraint and bravery, in line with their inner identity. Whether it is the main character who stutters but is full of responsibility, or the therapist who stands behind the king and gives quietly, all are full of human light. The development of the relationship between the two is also an important point of this film, the World War II mobilization speech. This time it is the main character alone who takes the initiative to seek help from the therapist. The rehearsal does not go well, but the moment of the speech arrives and the story has reached its climax. The success of the speech means that the protagonist has overcome his inferiority complex and completed his self-healing. Unlike the Duke of Windsor, the hero overcame the difficulties that had followed him for most of his life for the sake of the national interest and the duty of the king, and achieved a breakthrough in himself. The pre-war speech is successful, not only inspiring the people, but also inspiring the hero himself, while the relationship with the therapist gradually declines from high above to become an equal and trusting friend.
In addition to this, the music rendering of the film is also very wonderful. The whole film's soundtrack is serious and solemn, reflecting the characteristics of the subject matter of the biographical film. The film cleverly chooses the works of Mozart and Beethoven as the soundtrack, which complements the characters and themes of the film.
Finally, I remember the moment when I was afraid to give a speech. Looking back, I am grateful for the troubles I had, and I faced them bravely and overcame them. The truth is, believe in your own voice and you will succeed. Although we are not the kings in movies, each of us needs to grow up and have the courage to overcome our own shortcomings.
