April Watch List

Pinch Punch First of the Month!

Wow, April is already here?! This year is just flying by! Well, it's that time again for a new Watch List! This month's theme is based on my favorite family, the English Royal family! I am super excited for April because William and Catherine are going on their tour of Australia and New Zealand with baby George, which means many great new outfits from Kate and many new photos of the Cambridge family! So without further ado, let's get on with my favorite royal family films!

The Queen

Why It's a Must Watch: Helen Mirren

The Queen is Helen Mirren's most iconic role. I mean, more people know of Helen Mirren for being the Queen than they do the actual Queen. She has Queen Elizabeth's technicalities and physical quirks down perfectly. Her performance really is uncanny.    

The King's Speech 

Why It's a Must Watch: The Directing

I love everything about this film, but what I love the most is the directing. I love Tom Hooper as a director. He has a fantastic artistic eye. He gave Albert a voice, literally. He directs a fantastic cast of skilled actors, and creates on of my favorite Royal Biopic. 

The Hollow Crown

Why It's a Must Watch: The Cast

The Hollow Crown is a four part series based on William Shakespeare's histories, Richard II, Henry IV: Part 1 and 2, and Henry V. So, who do we call to do a Shakespearean series... Yes, Ben Whishaw and Tom Hiddleston, of course! To be honest with you, I was skeptical before I first saw this. "Ugh, I don't think I sit through Shakespeare, even for Ben..." Boy, was I completely wrong. The Hollow Crown really changed my opinion on Shakespeare plays; I absolutely love them now. I credit this fantastic cast for opening my mind to the beautiful world of Shakespeare. They speak Shakespeare's words with easy and grace, making the story understandable even for the most "American" of us. 

The Other Boleyn Girl

Why It's a Must Watch: The Story

Everyone knows the tale of Henry VIII and his six wives, but what I love about this film is it takes the side of the women involved. Rather than a love story, it's a survival story. The Boleyn sisters must fight to keep hold of their king because they both will know what will happen when he is finished with them.    

The Young Victoria

Why It's a Must Watch: The Story

The Young Victoria tells the beautiful story of Queen Victoria's fruitful romance with Prince Albert. Queen Victoria's romance is a true fairy tale, but what makes The Young Victoria as captivating story is the flawless telling the early years of Victoria's reign. The story intertwines politics and romance to create a beautiful, historical film.  

P.S. While we are here, have you seen this new photo of the Cambridges? They are just so gosh darn adorable! 

Aww, I just can't handle how sweet this photo is! And George is probably the cutest baby ever!

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