Review: I really enjoyed this heart warming tale about a woman trying to search for her long lost son. The thing that made this film work was the chemistry between Dench & Coogan ho played there roles extremely well. You can't help getting caught up with the emotional storyline which is touching in a comedic way. After finding out that this was a true story, I couldn't believe that the nuns were so cruel towards the little girls. Anyway, the the movie well put together by the director and it very well written. I wasn't expecting that much from this film, which was what made me enjoy it even more. I just fine that people give this small independent movie a chance. Enjoyable!
Round-Up: Steve Coogan is more popular in the comedy world, which was why I thought that it was a weird choice to cast him in this role, but after watching it, I could see why he was there first choice. I much prefer him in serious roles because he still adds a touch of wit which worked well in this film. Judi Dench just can't do any wrong. The older she gets, the better she gets, and I don't think that this film would have worked without her. She has a sweet but firm way to acting and with such a deep storyline, her style worked extremely well. I'm sure that the real life Philomena can't complain about the way that her life has been portrayed.
Budget: $12million Worldwide Gross: $100million
I recommend this movie to people who are into there deep drama's/comedies about a lady who is looking for her son with a journalist who wants to tell her story. 7/10
Round-Up: Steve Coogan is more popular in the comedy world, which was why I thought that it was a weird choice to cast him in this role, but after watching it, I could see why he was there first choice. I much prefer him in serious roles because he still adds a touch of wit which worked well in this film. Judi Dench just can't do any wrong. The older she gets, the better she gets, and I don't think that this film would have worked without her. She has a sweet but firm way to acting and with such a deep storyline, her style worked extremely well. I'm sure that the real life Philomena can't complain about the way that her life has been portrayed.
Budget: $12million Worldwide Gross: $100million
I recommend this movie to people who are into there deep drama's/comedies about a lady who is looking for her son with a journalist who wants to tell her story. 7/10