Wednesday, December 23, 2009

The Young Victoria

Emily Blunt has been nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in The Young Victoria, a film by Jean-Marc Vallée. The story focuses on the queen, Pre-Victorian era when few believed in her abilities to rule. It cements her youth, her struggles and her triumph. This film is a love story, but not so deeply rooted in forbidden, fictional love affairs as other period pieces. Her husband, Prince Albert, actually existed! This film is honest and so to is Blunt's performance. The way she translates the emotions to the screen is incredibly genuine and unforgettable.