Maurice is an aging veteran actor who becomes taken with Jessie, the grandniece of his closest friend. When Maurice tries to soften the petulant and provincial young girl with the benefit of his wisdom and London culture, their give-and-take surprises both Maurice and Jessie as they discover what they don't know about themselves.
Acting
O'Toole's eyes alone deserve their own Oscar category.
Writing
Dialogue that makes sleaze sound like Shakespeare.
Cinematography
London never looked so beautifully exhausted.
Director
Roger Michell
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