After all, and the Past

Earlier this week, over whiskey on the rocks, I had the chance to view upon recommendation the film Glorious 39.  Usually not the sort to take recommendations, nor to frequent the cinema often, I was quite pleasantly surprised to witness the transformation of a movie that I had first suspected to be a period piece with little substance to blossom into a thriller of sorts with political overtones.   Not to give away the plot, but what I took away from the film besides the usual appreciation for the English countryside, lush sets and sartorial flair of the characters (as is often the case) was a heightened appreciation of the need for individuality and strength in the face of family expectations.

"It's not always a good place to go...the past," as the character Walter muses.  Perhaps so, but it is so hard to resist when one gets a chance.

 Romola Garai in her role as Anne Keyes (still from Glorious 39)

Christopher Lee in his role as the older Walter (still from Glorious 39)