A true story, somewhat well told; but, could have been much more. Judi Dench was her usual excellent self, playing the title role with skill and nuance. Steve Coogan, however, was less so, when it came to fleshing out his character. Perhaps his also being one of the writers put him too close to the product to see the fault - curmudgeon? comic? finder of the truth? All, yet none too well - a bit of a jumble which, in my opinion detracted from the film.
The story was generally told well, but didn't have the impact that the 2002 film "The Magdalene Sisters" had. That said, it did, as this subject always does, make me question the value of the catholic church, especially in Ireland. No wonder the words Irish and guilt are so often used as one.
Barbara Jefford as Sister Hildegarde, was excellent in one of the films final scenes - truly believable; sad, but believable... She portrayed the true belief that she had properly done what was required, with no remorse.
Well worth seeing for all Judi Dench fans and anyone with an interest in a sad chapter of the history of the catholic church in Ireland.
The story was generally told well, but didn't have the impact that the 2002 film "The Magdalene Sisters" had. That said, it did, as this subject always does, make me question the value of the catholic church, especially in Ireland. No wonder the words Irish and guilt are so often used as one.
Barbara Jefford as Sister Hildegarde, was excellent in one of the films final scenes - truly believable; sad, but believable... She portrayed the true belief that she had properly done what was required, with no remorse.
Well worth seeing for all Judi Dench fans and anyone with an interest in a sad chapter of the history of the catholic church in Ireland.