Saving Grace (2000)

Leydon calls the film a droll, spirited comedy that should appeal to sophisticated audiences. He particularly praises Brenda Blethyn’s performance and the ensemble’s eccentric comic moments.

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Preston finds the comedy amiable and funny, though it ultimately feels like a cheerful regression. He praises the cast, especially Brenda Blethyn and Martin Clunes, but criticizes the predictable ending.

The review finds the comedy enjoyable and well controlled, though it falters in its farcical ending. It singles out Brenda Blethyn’s measured performance for keeping the film on track.

Westbrook finds the comedy enjoyable but ultimately twee and clichéd, with little new to offer. She praises Brenda Blethyn’s lively performance but criticizes the familiar comic setups and the overambitious finale.

Smith gives the comedy a modest rating, describing it as an updated Ealing-style farce. He singles out Brenda Blethyn’s performance in a role reminiscent of Margaret Rutherford’s.

The critic finds the comedy increasingly dull and incoherent, despite its charm. They praise the natural, sweet friendship between Brenda Blethyn and Craig Ferguson’s characters.

Scott finds the comedy gentle and silly but ultimately worn out by its repetitive jokes about English characters getting stoned. He praises Brenda Blethyn for bringing pain and frustration to Grace beneath her capable-housewife facade.

Tobias finds the comedy condescending and overly cute, despite its brisk pace and good intentions. He praises Brenda Blethyn’s nervy comic performance but faults the dated pot humor and padded script.