{"id":9250,"date":"2022-06-30T03:42:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T10:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=9250"},"modified":"2022-06-30T11:15:24","modified_gmt":"2022-06-30T18:15:24","slug":"mr-malcolms-list-a-glamorous-adventure-transporting-us-into-the-regency-era-for-a-romantic-tale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2022\/mr-malcolms-list-a-glamorous-adventure-transporting-us-into-the-regency-era-for-a-romantic-tale\/","title":{"rendered":"Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List * A Glamorous Adventure Transporting Us Into The Regency Era For A\u00a0 Romantic Tale"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MrMalcolmsList_Poster_2764x4096.jpg?fit=203%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9253\" width=\"102\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MrMalcolmsList_Poster_2764x4096.jpg?w=540&amp;ssl=1 540w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MrMalcolmsList_Poster_2764x4096.jpg?resize=203%2C300&amp;ssl=1 203w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 102px) 100vw, 102px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When she fails to meet an item on his list of requirements for a bride, Julia Thistlewaite (Zawe Ashton) is jilted by London\u2019s most eligible bachelor, Mr. Malcolm (\u1e62\u1ecdp\u1eb9\u0301 D\u00ecr\u00eds\u00f9). Feeling humiliated and determined to exact revenge, she convinces her friend Selina Dalton (Freida Pinto) to play the role of his ideal match. Soon, Mr. Malcolm wonders whether he\u2019s found the perfect woman&#8230;or the perfect hoax. Also starring Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ashley Park, with Theo James.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Heather S. comments, \u201c<em>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List&nbsp;<\/em>is the glamorous adventure of the year! The film transports fans into the Regency era for a tale filled with romance and exquisite music.\u201d Mikella G. adds, \u201cSomething that I really enjoyed about this movie is its comedic aspects. There are multiple jokes thrown in here and there that really lighten the mood. Julia&#8217;s character has quite a strong personality, and often says things that are very funny.\u201d See their full reviews below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List<br>By Heather S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gXvHKSgfXBw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_02912.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9259\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_02912.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_02912.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_02912.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List&nbsp;<\/em>is the glamorous adventure of the year! The film transports fans into the Regency era for a tale filled with romance and exquisite music.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List<\/em>&nbsp;is set in 1818, where the most eligible bachelor, Mr. James Malcolm (Sope Dirisu) looks for a wife. He meets Julia Thistlewaite (Zawe Ashton) who he believes isn\u2019t worthy of his courtship because she does not meet his list of qualifications for a wife. Julia is embarrassed in society\u2019s newspaper so she plans her revenge on Mr. Malcolm. The film is based on the novel of the same name by Suzanne Allain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_03837.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9260\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_03837.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_03837.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_03837.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This film shows how Regency era pieces have taken the world by storm. The movie is lighthearted, overflowing with gorgeous dresses, beautiful ballrooms and witty comedy. There was a short film based on <em>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List<\/em>&nbsp;previously released, with several cast members returning for this feature. It\u2019s wonderful to have the entire story fleshed out, taking its time to tell the entire tale without feeling rushed. Sam Heughan reprises his role as Henry. Audiences can see that he feels more comfortable with this role, which adds to the greatness of this character. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The story itself is unique and keeps viewers on the edge of their seat. With the series <em>Bridgerton<\/em>&nbsp;giving fans several love stories with people who are head over heels for each other, it\u2019s refreshing to have&nbsp;<em>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List&nbsp;<\/em>be the complete opposite. A woman taking revenge on a man for embarrassing her in society is as comedic as it is powerful. The writers have given Julia such power in proving herself worthwhile and she ends up finding love under unlikely circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01490.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9256\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01490.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01490.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01490.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The film gives personality and color to our ideas of what people were like in the early 1800s. Two friends spending their free time pondering on how to ruin the life of the most eligible bachelor in London, just because they think it\u2019ll be fun, is exciting and totally unpredictable. Every second of this film is compelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The moral of this story is to honor yourself. Julia never lets anyone degrade her. Whereas some women during this time period would have let a man embarrass her and move on, Julia gives James a taste of his own medicine. She is never upset about not meeting his requirements, but instead becomes furious that he has a list to begin with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give&nbsp;<em>Mr. Malcolm\u2019s List<\/em>&nbsp;4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. The film releases in theaters July 1, 2022.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Malcolm&#8217;s List<br>By Mikella G., KIDS FIRST!, Film Critic, age 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yo-HXuuFO00?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Mr. Malcolm&#8217;s List<\/em> is a heartwarming rom-com film. It&#8217;s great to unwind to and I enjoyed it a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01164.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9255\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01164.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01164.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_01164.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The storyline takes place in the 19<sup>th<\/sup> century, following the lives of some of England&#8217;s elite. It focuses on the actions of a mysterious wealthy suitor, Mr. Malcolm (Sope Dirisu) who is in search of the perfect wife, and every eligible lady is trying to get in front of him. However, Mr. Malcolm is very picky, and doesn\u2019t really care when he lets women down. When the main female character Julia (Zawe Ashton) isn\u2019t enough for him and gets publicly humiliated, she doesn\u2019t back down. Instead Julia brings in her good friend Selina (Freida Pinito) to give Mr. Malcolm a taste of his own medicine. In the end, things may not turn out as planned, but when they listen to their hearts, it all works out.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_05707.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9261\" width=\"225\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_05707.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_05707.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MML_05707.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Something that I really enjoyed about this movie is its comedic aspects. There are multiple jokes thrown in here and there that really lighten the mood. Julia&#8217;s character has quite a strong personality, and often says things that are very funny. Even the way that she talks about other people, or things she doesn\u2019t agree with are funny. It seems that most films today are very serious, so it&#8217;s great to see a strong light-hearted movie. Additionally, there&#8217;s a very strong storyline that kept me interested and wanting more. There is a lot of suspense throughout the film, as well as some surprising turnouts. I could never predict what would happen next. I also love the costume design, which suits the 19<sup>th<\/sup> century time period. Each outfit has so much attention to detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The message of <em>Mr. Malcolm&#8217;s List<\/em> is that in the end, love and honesty will always make things right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give <em>Mr. Malcolm&#8217;s List<\/em> 4 out of 5 stars, and recommend it for ages 10 to 18, plus adults. 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