Review of The King's Speech (2010) by Nathaniel T — 30 Nov 2012

I know how you feel, ok king? The speech impediment and all, sure.

This review of The King's Speech (2010) was written by Nathaniel T on 30 Nov 2012.

The King's Speech has generally received very positive reviews.

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It never ceases to amaze me how cinema can be able to transform a small anecdote into a heroic epic. [Full review in Spanish]…

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Been a while since I seen it, could use a rewatch…

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