Based on the true story of King George VI of England, the movie tells how George VI, who suffered from a stuttering disorder, overcame his stuttering disorder and grew from a low self-esteem and timid king to a confident and determined leader who delivered an inspiring speech on the eve of World War II.
George VI suffered from a severe stutter since he was a child, which made it very difficult for him to speak in public. This was not only a damage to his personal image, but also a challenge to the king’s authority, and it was in such a predicament that he met a man who changed his destiny – the speech therapist, Logue. Logue was not an illustrious figure, but he was able to overcome the stuttering disorder with his Rogge is not a prominent figure, but with his professional knowledge and deep understanding of human nature, he gradually establishes a deep friendship with George VI, who, with Rogge’s help, gradually overcomes his stuttering and performs well in the broadcasting speech of Britain’s declaration of war against Germany, which inspires the morale of the British people.
The movie tells us that even in the face of adversity, as long as you persevere, you will be able to succeed.
2010 / USA UK / Drama Biography History / Tom Hooper / Colin Firth Geoffrey Rush
Plot Synopsis:
The Duke of Yorkshire (Colin Firth) suffers from a stutter that prevents him from making public speeches, which causes him to be embarrassed at a succession of large ceremonies.
In order to help her husband, his wife Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter) has been searching for a doctor to help her, but the traditional methods have never worked.
By chance, she admires the mansion of speech therapist Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush), whose ways are rumored to be different.
Though the Duke isn’t interested in Rog’s rarefied strokes, and the first session goes poorly.
However, the Duke finds himself reading Shakespeare aloud surprisingly fluently while listening to music.
He began to trust Logue and cooperated with the treatment, slowly overcoming his psychological obstacles.
When George V dies, Edward VIII succeeds to the throne but abdicates in order to marry the widowed Mrs. Simpson.
Albert is at risk and becomes George VI.
The biggest challenge he faces is how to deliver an inspiring speech before World War II ……
