Set in pre-war London during the late 1930's, King's Speech is about the rise of George VI (Colin Firth) after the throne is abdicated by his brother Edward (Guy Pearce). George VI (nicknamed "Bertie") has a debilitating impediment that makes even the simplest speech shear torture. It's a terrible time to be tongue-tied, because England is on the brink of WWII and the nation desperately needs a leader to inspire them for the challenges that lie ahead.
Bertie's wife, Queen Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter), arranges for her husband to get treatment from eccentric speech therapist, Lionel Logue (Geoffery Rush). It's rough going at the beginning - Logue uses an unorthodox method of treatment for the severe stutter - but over time the pair forges a bond that lasts throughout his reign.
Overcoming the impediment is no easy task for either Bertie or Logue. The monarch isn't used to being a student and the teacher has never had a King for a client. King's Speech is based on a true story and it's great fun watching these two build an unlikely alliance to defeat a common enemy. In the end you're left with the feeling that despite Hitler's showmanship at the Nuremburg rally, the real "triumph of the will" was probably in Logue's rundown flat in working class London.
At its core, The King's Speech is all about overcoming adversity and finding your voice. It's a movie that speaks volumes about the strength of the human spirit and the importance of friendship. You'll be saying good things about this one for a long, long time.
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Tips:
If you love tomatoes, increase the quantity to 1/2 cup, but note that the carbohydrates will also increase.
If preparing this recipe for one person, cut all of the ingredients in half. Or simply prepare the full recipe up to the end of step 2 and store leftover chicken and vegetable-bean mixture in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, and continue with step 3.
Health Bite: The iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper and zinc in black beans help to keep bones strong and healthy.
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