However, Matthew Rhys’s cynical investigative journalist is hoping to uncover some dirt beneath Rogers’ spotless halo. And you have to feel sorry for the actor as the superb Hanks quietly steals the film from him, earning himself a Best Supporting Actor nod with his sixth Oscar nomination. An avuncular, polite, generous and humble dispenser of wisdom, Rogers often feels like a distant ­relative of Hanks’ 1995 Oscar-winning role as Forrest Gump. And intent on bringing out the best in everyone he meets, he’s essentially an American Paddington Bear, but without the marmalade sandwiches. Plus, the TV theme tune is impossibly catchy, so you’ll be humming it on the way out of the cinema through your tears.

Source: Daily Mirror January 30, 2020 20:15 UTC