With awards season fast approaching, here at Movie'n'Co, we've been looking back at some of the British films of the year, including those that are yet to premiere. It's been quite the year for British cinema; all you have to do is look at the Golden Globe nominations to get an idea of what I'm talking about. 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri' anyone?
Despite an overall success in British Cinema, there's one particular type of film that we're beginning to see a lot more of: the bio-pic. Whilst works like 'Bohemian Rhapsody' are not due for release until this time next year, there's still a fair few films that tell the story of real life individuals. Take a look at the list we've compiled below!
'Goodbye Christopher Robin'
The real life story of A.A. Milne, the mind behind Winnie the Pooh. The writer was inspired by his son, Christopher Robin and his toys. 'Goodbye Christopher Robin' is the backstory to the creation of one of the most famous characters from children's literature.
'Breathe'
Robin Cavendish became paralysed from the neck down from polio when he was just 28 years old. 'Breathe' tells the true life story of this advocate for disabled people, who along with his wife, Diana Blacker, managed to survive a lot longer than doctors estimated.
'Darkest Hour'
This wartime production sees Winston Churchill elected as British Prime Minister and showcases his struggles and triumphs. 'Darkest Hour' focuses particularly on how Churchill managed to turn everything around at a time when both the King and his party were against him.
'Victoria and Abdul'
The story of an elderly Queen Victoria and her unlikely friendship with Indian secretary, Abdul Karim. The rest of the Royal household take a dislike to the Queen's newfound friendship and try everything in their power to bring it to an end.
'The Mercy'
The film follows Donald Crowhurst and his ambition to win the 1968 Golden Globe Race, which saw candidates sail across the world by yacht. Unfortunately, Crowhurst gave up pretty quickly and resorted to lying about his location to everyone back home.
'Mary Queen of Scots'
The story of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland and her return to her home country following the death of her husband. Mary queen of Scots was most famously known for her conflict with her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England. The latter eventually ordered for the former to be executed.
'Mary Shelley'
'Mary Shelley' tells the life story of the author most famous for writing Frankenstein. The youngest daughter of feminist Mary Wollstonecraft, began an affair with a married man, who she'd later marry. 'Mary Shelley' tells the story of this love affair and what inspired her to write one of the most read novels to date.
'England is Mine'
A biological drama about Steven Patrick Morrissey and his life leading up to the formation of famous rock group 'The Smiths'. Morrissey was the lead vocalist for the group, and has also received considerable respect as a solo artist.
