There are usually several films aimed at an older audience being released each year. But it's not often I see one with such joy and happiness.
With a strong and likable cast also involved, I was excited to see how much of a delight could this be.
It's a winnable, simple and unchallenging story that general audiences will instantly like with relatable goals for our main character who is also easy to root for.
With the trailer suggesting a heavy number of lavish costumes, the imagery is most definitely pleasing on the eye.
With the tone giving off a charming and harmless vibe, you feel in a safe place and are enjoying the experience.
Lesley Manville in the lead is great as always. The presence she has on-screen is strong and utterly charming and you just want her to succeed.
It was great seeing Isabelle Huppert in something like this as her experience of being in more serious films worked to her advantage with the character she was playing.
Lambert Wilson had such comfort in his performance and had such sweet chemistry with Manville. I also like the energy Ellen Thomas gave it is always seeing Jason Isaacs be part of an ensemble cast.
The colour palette is largely bright and soft and that help the many glamourous costumes shine on screen for it to be the films strongest aspect.
I could be harsh and say that the film was never challenging and some of the coincidental moments were overused at times. But not every film needs to test you. Sometimes you just need something simple to lift your mood and make you smile and that's what this film does best.
It's a lot of fun with plenty of likable people on screen and a story with relatable themes that is well structured. It's like eating your favourite snack. You exactly how it will taste, but you still enjoy it and feel satisfied.
Rating: 7/10
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