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Meri S. @mschroeder Jan 3 A depressing movie based on Roald Dahl and Patricia oneal’s loss of their seven year old daughter due to measles. Acting was decent. See more june h @RT13100646 01/10/2023 Depressing slice of history See more Peter W @RT12077588 01/01/2023 Overall, there's a fascinating and heavy dramatic story on display here about the famous writer Roald Dahl, and it's a story I wasn't aware of.  Performances are generally great, along with the touching and powerful musical score.  While the story is gripping and sad, to my surprise, the results didn't resonate or stay firmly with me (even though they really should have).  There are moments that seem to overstay welcome, and some themes stay longer than preferred rather than moving forward.  Moments of tension are also not as powerful as they could be due to certain actors being fitted with strange makeup and prosthetics.  Based on the story alone, I wish this film stuck with me more closely than the results I experienced, which were forgettable. See more vicki c @RT23683461 03/03/2021 Expecting a broader plot of Dahl and Neal. Some references will be lost on younger viewers who don't know the past of either Dahl and Neal. A sad story that did bring about change. It throws a light on how devastating measles and the loss of a child can destroy a family. Especially in a time where little to no help or knowledge about it was known. See more 02/27/2021 I was profoundly moved by this film. The performances from Keeley Hawes and Hugh Bonneville are brilliant and the score is superb. Bravo to Director John Hay and all involved! See more 02/27/2021 I loved this film. A great insight into the mind and workings of Roald Dahl. See more Read all reviews

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