Now Downton Abbey: A New Era is another dessert whipped up by creator Julian Fellowes. It hits all the marks - costumes, posh dinners, castles and grounds, and some quips from the Dowager Countess (Dame Maggie Smith). We get to visit with all of our old "friends" and just hearing the lovely tones of Carson (Jim Carter) - our favorite bristling old butler - makes one happy.
In this film, we split time between England and the French Riviera. The countess inherited a villa from an old flame. Questions about her past and fretful moments for Lord Grantham (Hugh Bonneville) ensue. Meanwhile, Downton has been invaded by a film crew. Lady Mary (Michelle Dockery) puts up with the fuss (and a charming director) because money is needed for a new roof.
All in all, if you are a Downton fan, just sit back and enjoy. You'll laugh, you'll sniffle, and like my matinee (11 am) audience of mostly senior ladies, you will applaud at the end.
P.S. It's awesome being retired and out to the movies on a Friday. Cheers!
Hi Joanne - thanks for this ... I'm seeing it at the weekend - looking forward to it ... thank goodness our local friendly avant-garde cinema in the art gallery is back showing interesting films. Cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteGlad for your sake too. I think you'll enjoy the film - nothing crazy, just watching our old "friends" again. Have a super weekend ahead
DeleteDefinitely a fan of DA and Maggie Smith! Will be watching when able...thanks.
ReplyDeleteOff topic, been thinking of you and other friends in TX and super glad to see your post right now!!
thanks. I had this post lined up before the TX sadness, but there's just not much to say that hasn't been said. I am not a gun advocate, but TX is and won't change. They don't put money toward helping mental illness. So many factors. Big sad sigh.
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