After the terrible 'Lay The Favorite', Director Stephen Frears comes back to his standard of movies; I've really liked his movies in the past. Co-written, co-produced and co-starred by Steve Coogan, the movie has an intriguing true story of a mother in search of her son, who was taken away from her decades ago. It's Dame Judi Dench as the central character Philomena Lee who gives the movie direction and strength with her portrayal of innocence, wonder, excitement, heartbreak, and all the emotions in between. Steve Coogan forms a wonderful support as the reporter helping Miss Lee.
An incredibly religious nun and and atheist reporter go on a journey which makes them question their beliefs. The movie boasts of an mesmerizing music score, which steers the story forward with a sense of hope.
"We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time." - This T. S. Eliot quote is used quite beautifully towards the end of the movie, and gives some food for thought.
I really commend Steve Coogan and Stephen Frears for bringing this informative, thought-provoking and heartbreaking true story to the screen.
An incredibly religious nun and and atheist reporter go on a journey which makes them question their beliefs. The movie boasts of an mesmerizing music score, which steers the story forward with a sense of hope.
"We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time." - This T. S. Eliot quote is used quite beautifully towards the end of the movie, and gives some food for thought.
I really commend Steve Coogan and Stephen Frears for bringing this informative, thought-provoking and heartbreaking true story to the screen.