The Iron Lady

"Watch your thoughts for they become words, Watch your words for they become action, Watch your action for they become habits, Watch your habits for their become your character and Watch your character for they become your destiny."

The Iron Lady is mind-blowing as it is heart-breaking, painting MT as the awe-inspiring figure that she is - intimidating and brilliant.

I loved the acting. I loved the romance. I loved that it was British. I loved the complicated story-telling, bouncing back and forth moments in time yet being able to produce a coherent narrative.

I loved the art direction. Yes, the thought that went into the design was amazing. Every attention to detail was paid, every prop from her jewellery to her pen, deliberate and well-thought. A huge part of her persona was driven by her mostly blue attire that matched her ferocious blue eyes.

What can I say about Meryl Streep's acting that an Oscar win would have missed? Not much. Performing, as always, with great intensity, every move she made was measured and economical. From pouring tea to autographing books, she didn't waste a frame as she provided a layered performance. Every moment was dripping with clues about the character's being... It was enthralling.

And last of all, the first and currently, only female British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, around whom the movie is based, is an awe-inspiring politician. Getting her hands dirty for all the right reasons, her steely determination was legendary and it was eye-opening to see the part she played in bringing the "Great" back to Great Britain. Resolutely sticking to the tough decisions she makes, her steadfast belief in what she thought was right turned out to be the single most inspiring aspect about her for me.

Movies based on great people and rooted in history really leave a deep impression on me. Milk, The King's Speech and now, The Iron Lady, are fine examples.

I'm definitely looking forward to more.