Saturday Matinee | no. 2

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Not Rated

Yours, Mine, and Ours {1968} | So many of you recommended the original version of this film that I could hardly wait for it to come in at the library!  And I was not disappointed.  Starring two of my favorite silver screen stars, Henry Fonda and Lucille Ball, this film was utterly charming from beginning to end.  Differing slightly in plot from the version I reviewed last week, they're both excellent films in their own way with a focus on the importance of love and family.  Don't ask me which one I liked better, because I honestly couldn't tell you. ;)

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PG-13 {for brief strong language}

Kate & Leopold | Pulled through time from 1876, Leopold, Duke of Albany, finds himself in present day New York City.  Walking the dog, burning his toast, and auditioning for a margarine commercial, Leopold is quickly learning to adapt to the modern lifestyle.  And he might just be falling in love while he's at it.  But he can't stay.  He must go back to his own time.
A charming romp through time and love, this film was a delight from the moment it began.  Hugh Jackman was fantastic in this role!  What a voice. *melt*  I wasn't so thrilled with Meg Ryan's character.  She seemed to lack depth, in my opinion...and who told her to cut and style her hair like that?!  But all in all, I loved this film.

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R {for some language}

The King's Speech | Bertie has had a stammer since he was 5-years-old.   Speech therapist after speech therapist, all with no results.  Oh, and did I mention Bertie is really Prince Albert, Duke of York?  Yes, second in line to the throne.  The Duke has given up on ever being cured, but his wife isn't ready to give up yet.  Enter Lionel Logue, determined to help the Duke whether he wants to be helped or not.
And then the king dies, and Bertie's brother takes the throne.  But when David abdicates, Bertie becomes king.  A king with a stammer.  A king, who must learn to speak.

Ratings are relative.  And this film deserves a review.  If you're as fascinated by British history as I am (ahem, and adore Colin Firth's accent as much as I do), you will love this film.  Aside from one scene which includes strong language, this film is totally clean, although it does contain what I would term mature themes.  And you'll definitely know when the objectionable language scene is coming, so it's very easy to skip. 
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Have a lovely weekend, dears!

Question: what films did you watch this week?  I want to know!

p.s.
I would like to point out that at 23 I'm an adult and make my own choices on the movies I watch.  All families have different standards for the movies they watch, so please take the time to look these films up for yourselves.  If there's one thing I do not want to be, it's a stumbling block for my younger readers.  The parent advisory section on IMDB has excellent information on most films.
Thanks. :)