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A flawed film but a brave one, taking on subject matter which is rarely addressed this way in British film

Though it is Cox's turn that grabs, it is Konig's that delights.

The quality of this production is seamless, and if there is a criticism you could say it lacks originality, remaining faithful to the novel, which, for purists, is a form of flattery.

To pull this off requires a strong script and intelligent direction, and, surprisingly, this film mostly succeeds, despite occasional moments of ham-fistedness.

None of this is funny. It's embarrassing, or sad.

Polanski makes a familiar story of persecution and inhumanity utterly fresh.

Deepa Mehta brings her Indian influence to what is otherwise a standard bit of middle-aged navel gazing.

The plotting is bold and deliberately structured yet, given the small cast and high drama of the set up, this is an oddly cold affair.

Well substantiated and delivered with wit and occasional humour by a fantastic cast of beekeepers and related tradespeople who feel passionately about the issues involved.