![]() ![]() The walk becomes an atonement for the things Harold has got wrong in his life. ![]() His existence has been ordinary and achieved nothing of real value. To truly appreciate the value of this story, any sense of logic must be pushed firmly to one side (like why not jump on a train and see her?). Along the way he meets a variety of characters and becomes an unwitting media sensation. An incredulous Maureen implores him to return home but Harold is determined. Harold’s logic is simple he must keep on walking so Queenie keeps on living. ![]() He informs wife Maureen (Penelope Wilton) via a call box of his intention. So decides to walk to the hospice in Berwick-on-Tweed, 471 miles away. Reply duly drafted he heads for the post office but is struck by an epiphany en route he should say goodbye to her in person. Queenie is now resident in a hospice and is writing to say goodbye. Harold Fry (Jim Broadbent) receives a letter from former work colleague Queenie Hennessey (Linda Bassett). The story begins with a retired couple living quietly in Devon. The latest is this charming new film directed by Hettie Macdonald and based on the novel by Rachel Joyce. ![]() Now the genre has been revived with some wonderfully ‘British’ movies. However, the path trodden with such distinction by Ealing Films (among others) seemed temporarily lost. The British film industry first grew by connecting with our national characteristics a celebration of the eccentricity and decency that make us who we are. ![]()
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