The King’s Speech The Shooting Script
The King’s Speech The Shooting Script by David Seidler, published by HarperCollins on March 22, 2011, is an illustrated edition that spans 416 pages. This book presents the screenplay of the acclaimed film, which follows Bertie, who becomes King George VI of England after the abdication of his brother. Struggling with a speech impediment, he seeks the help of an unconventional speech therapist, Lionel Logue, as the nation faces the threat of war. Their journey together not only addresses the King’s stammer but also highlights the importance of friendship and support.
Readers will find a complete shooting script along with cast and crew credits, providing insight into the film’s production. The introduction by David Seidler offers a glimpse into the creative process behind the screenplay, detailing how the story evolved over nearly three decades. This edition delves into themes of performing arts and film, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of history and cinema.
Official synopsis Publisher
After the death of his father King George V (Michael Gambon) and the scandalous abdication of his brother King Edward VIII (Guy Pearce), Bertie (Colin Firth) who has suffered from a debilitating speech impediment all his life, is suddenly crowned King George VI of England. With his country on the brink of war and in desperate need of a leader, his wife, Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter), the future Queen Mother, arranges for her husband to see an eccentric speech therapist, Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush). After a rough start, the two delve into an unorthodox course of treatment and eventually form an unbreakable bond. With the support of Logue, his family, his government and Winston Churchill (Timothy Spall), the King will overcome his stammer and deliver a radio-address that inspires his people and unites them in battle.
As David Seidler writes in his introduction, “The King’s Speech is about a great deal more than a speech impediment. It is about friendship. I’m talking about mentoring and support and a great deal of humor. We lose these deep, meaningful friendships at our peril.”
The Newmarket Press Book includes:
- A fascinating introduction by screenwriter David Seidler about how and why an idea that came to him almost thirty years ago evolved into the award-winning screenplay
- Complete Shooting Script
- Complete cast and crew credits
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