Well I seem to be one of the few people who don't think this film is a masterpiece, or even very good. Its decent and no different from any other number of year end "give me an Oscar" films. I am partially blame cultural issues, as I feel that this film would be much truer to the British man's heart, but I felt nothing. I'm not even particularly impressed with Mirren's universally acclaimed performance, yet the best actress cries are deafening.