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1. • • Philomena is terrific. A winding, emotionally grueling and eloquently told tale of one woman's immense heartbreak, it approaches its delicate subject matter with the boldness of a soldier but the grace of a dancer, balancing the harshness with so much hope for humanity.
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   Is 'Philomena' a good movie?

   • The Times critic Stephen Holden reviews “Philomena.” In “Philomena,” Judi Dench’s portrayal of a stubborn, kindhearted Irish Catholic trying to discover what became of the toddler she was forced to give up as a teenager is so quietly moving that it feels lit from within. A major theme of this film from Stephen Frears is forgiveness. Ms.

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   Is 'Philomena' based on a true story?

   • Now unchained from the grind of daily journalism, she is ready to view the world of movies with fresh eyes. "Philomena" is based on a true story about an elderly Irish woman searching for the toddler son she gave up for adoption as an unwed teen living in a convent. Most of its pleasures come from the way it confounds expectations.

   Philomena movie review & film summary (2013) - Roger Ebert

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   Is Philomena a melodrama?

   • Surprisingly harrowing at times, the film avoids becoming an overwrought melodrama through the balance in characterisation between Martin's cynicism and Philomena's faith. Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Jun 7, 2019 Ultimately, Philomena is a film about faith, family and and forgiveness, making it perfect holiday viewing.

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   What is the most interesting part of Philomena?

   • Besides Dench's fierce eyes, the most interesting part of Philomena is watching the picture of the lost son unfold as the buddy-cop pairing of Dench and Coogan ferret out his life story. Full Review | Jan 8, 2020 [A] story that took a lifetime, will now touch your heart for a lifetime. Full Review | Jan 7, 2020

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   Who plays Philomena Lee?

   • The film stars Judi Dench as Philomena Lee, an elderly woman who has been searching for her son for 50 years, and Sixsmith's (Steve Coogan) efforts to help her find him. The film gained critical praise and received several international film awards.

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   How did Philomena get pregnant?

   • In 1952, Irish teenager Philomena (Judi Dench) became pregnant out of wedlock and was sent to a convent. When her baby, Anthony, was a toddler, the nuns took Philomena's child away from her and put him up for adoption in the United States. For the next 50 years, she searched tirelessly for her son.

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3. www.rogerebert.com › reviews › philomena-2013Philomena movie review & film summary (2013) | Roger Ebert

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   Nov 22, 2013 · 5 min read. “Philomena” is based on a true story about an elderly Irish woman searching for the toddler son she gave up for adoption as an unwed teen living in a convent. Most of its pleasures come from the way it confounds expectations.

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   In 1952, Irish teenager Philomena (Judi Dench) became pregnant out of wedlock and was sent to a convent. When her baby, Anthony, was a toddler, the nuns took Philomena's child away from her...

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   • Director: Stephen Frears

   • Content Rating: PG-13
   • Actors: Judi Dench

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   London-based journalist Martin Sixsmith has lost his job as a government adviser. He is approached at a party by the daughter of Philomena Lee. She suggests that he write a story about her mother, who was forced to give up her toddler son Anthony nearly fifty years ago.

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   Philomena Reviews. Judi Dench's greatest screen performance... Full Review | Original Score: 4.5/5 | Jan 30, 2023. While several dramatic liberties were taken with the actual true account,...

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   Nov 22, 2013 · Philomena is a brilliant movie! It could have been depressing, sad, tragic or heavy handed. Instead, it is filled with wry humor, vividly portrayed characters, and a story that exposes deep social problems with some compassion and a sense of optimism.

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   • Director: Stephen Frears

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   Nov 21, 2013 · Stephen Frears’s “Philomena” follows a Irishwoman forced to give up her son for adoption in the 1950s and the freelance reporter who helps her search for him.

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    Jul 23, 2013 · 31 Oct 2013. Running Time: 98 minutes. Certificate: 12A. Original Title: Philomena. The first half of Stephen Frears’ Philomena concerns the true story of 70-something Philomena Lee (Judi...