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The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

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In 1946 a London-based writer begins exchanging letters with residents on the island of Guernsey, which was German-occupied during WWII. Feeling compelled to visit the island, she starts to get a picture of what it was like during the occupation.
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Far more traditional and straightforward than its unwieldy title, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society offers delightful comfort food for fans of period drama.

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Marissa Martinelli Slate The movie is comfort food through and through, as wholesome and predictable as a Sunday roast and as sickly sweet as sticky toffee pudding. Aug 10, 2018 Full Review Matt Fagerholm RogerEbert.com Though the subject matter could've been developed into a more challenging and provocative yarn, this film's chief aim is escapism. Rated: 2.5/4 Aug 10, 2018 Full Review Leah Greenblatt Entertainment Weekly A movie... you don't so much watch as wear like a slanket. Rated: B+ Aug 10, 2018 Full Review Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies Director Mike Newell uses his camera to great effect, capturing beautiful vistas but also the swirling emotions of his characters. Rated: 4/5 Aug 21, 2022 Full Review Hosea Rupprecht Pauline Media Studies Watching The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie together with some friends or loved ones would be just the ticket. You just might want to keep potato peel pie off the menu. Aug 13, 2021 Full Review Kshitij Rawat The Indian Express The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society is a delightful little film that should particularly appeal to those fond of the quaint British rural setting. Mar 9, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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George R Really enjoyable historical fiction. Have your Kleenex handy for the emotional second half. Lily James is one of my favorite actors and again she shines in this film. A sad look at the personal trauma inflicted by Germany during WWII + a satisfying romance/happy ending. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/24/25 Full Review CATHERINE C An enchanting story about love and friendships. I've reread the book several times and this is even better. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/07/25 Full Review David L The love story(s) was a bit predictable, but the historical sweep and gentle exposure to Guernsey provided a reflective, lovely evening interlude Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/21/25 Full Review Emma B Some of the most loveable array of characters I've seen in a film. Each conversation felt natural and smooth and real. The main character has an absolute heart of gold so you can't go wrong. The writing is truly beautiful and tells this story in such a heart string tugging manner. Had to show this to as many friends and family that I could get to watch it. Shows the emotional sides of a tragic time in history. So many laughs, cries, and tears of joy came along with this film. No to mention the beautiful camera work and acting. Highly recommend you at least watch it on e and then until you can't take it anymore! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/25/24 Full Review Torin F THE GUERNSEY LITERARY ~ SOCIETY has an interesting historical basis in the German occupation of the island during WWII, though the film itself mostly steers for the safe, sentimental waters of a typical romantic drama that's thoroughly pleasant and a little prim. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/21/24 Full Review Sriram G Fantastic movie with equal touch of family, romance and friendship throughout the whole and has perfect music which fits with the beautiful scenery of Guernsey. Acting is top notch as well and I'll have to say this made my fav movies of all time list. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/30/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis In 1946 a London-based writer begins exchanging letters with residents on the island of Guernsey, which was German-occupied during WWII. Feeling compelled to visit the island, she starts to get a picture of what it was like during the occupation.
Director
Mike Newell
Producer
Graham Broadbent, Peter Czernin, Mitchell Kaplan, Paula Mazur
Screenwriter
Kevin Hood, Don Roos
Production Co
StudioCanal, Mazur / Kaplan Company, Blueprint Pictures
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 10, 2018
Runtime
2h 4m
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