A global phenomenon is back for its cinematic end as audiences can step into the past with the family and staff that captivated audiences for years with the Downton Abbey TV shows and films.
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes gives us a peek into what the Crawleys and their staff are up to at the start of the film, “The Crawleys are doing pretty well. Despite the changing times, they are still a great family living in a great house. There is an air of change in their relationships with their servants and with ordinary people living in the village. The two world wars brought about a narrowing of the gap in the human experience and the aristocratic families were facing the wrong way in history after both wars. The film touches upon these changing times. One of the storylines in the film is Mary getting a divorce, and what I hope will surprise audiences is the extent to which divorce was not accepted until much later.”
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For director Simon Curtis, the film will dive deeper into the characters people have grown to love, and their thoughts on the changing eras. “This film is a loving portrait of the characters as they enter the 1930s, and we really dig into the characters’ emotions at the end of the story we’re telling. The central storyline is that Lady Mary is getting divorced, which is a massive issue in 1930, especially for a family of this social standing.”
He praises his longtime collaborator Julian Fellowes for going above and beyond for the script of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale. “Julian has such great humanity, and he gives every character, no matter what their class or their sex or their age, dignity, wit and warmth. I love those little moments of humanity between the different characters, with the added poignancy that, very often, these moments are their final moments together.”
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Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale is set to premiere exclusively in Ayala Malls cinemas, where moviegoers can expect comfort with luxe seating, and Dolby Atmos Sound and laser projector screens, ensuring a cinematic experience with the latest in quality and design. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Downton Abbey universe, from the sweeping landscapes to the intricate period costumes and the emotional performances of the esteemed cast. Patrons can pair their film-going experience with delicious treats and refreshing drinks from the Movie Snackbar.
Don’t miss the end of an era as Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale arrives exclusively in Ayala Malls Cinemas starting September 10. To book your tickets, visit www.sureseats.com.