This is a truly excellent, compelling, interesting, very well-made film. In particular, Rupert Procter, as Tom, steals the show in every one of his scenes. He is the epitome of a spellbinding man. I can never take my eyes off him every time I see this movie. Also, his acting, during every second he's shown, is of the absolute highest quality, and shows tremendous adaptability and versatility, as well as serious depth of character. I will never be able to say enough about how excellent Rupert Procter is in this film. He is the most talented actor I've ever seen anywhere, in anything. Every single one of the other actors and actresses gets their parts and characters exactly right--bang on, as people in England say. Honeysuckle Weeks is fabulous and so authentic as a teenager visiting relatives who are a bit irritable towards her. The actress playing Auntie Ella gets it exactly right as a young lady not getting along with her mother-in-law. I do also believe, very happily, that this film makes a very important, positive political statement. That statement isn't revealed til almost the very end, and is done with great sensitivity and respect for the issue I think it takes a stand on. In general, I encourage anyone, other than young children, to see this film--it is truly enriching.