Mr Malcolm's List
Mr Malcolm's List

Mr Malcolm's List

2022Movie117 minEnglish

When she fails to meet an item on his list of requirements for a bride, Julia Thistlewaite is jilted by London’s most eligible bachelor, Mr. Malcolm. Feeling humiliated and determined to exact revenge, she convinces her friend Selina Dalton to play the role of his ideal match. Soon, Mr. Malcolm wonders whether he’s found the perfect woman...or the perfect hoax.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes61%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users80%
Director: Emma Holly JonesGenres: Romance, Comedy, Period Drama

Plot Summary

In Regency England, the eligible but elusive Mr. Malcolm is seeking a wife who meets his exacting standards. When a young woman fails to meet his list of requirements, her friend Selina is recruited to help her get revenge. Selina must navigate the complexities of high society and the intentions of Mr. Malcolm himself. The film explores themes of societal expectations, personal ambition, and the search for genuine connection.

Critical Reception

Mr. Malcolm's List received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its charming performances and visually appealing production design. However, some reviewers found the plot to be predictable and lacking in significant depth, suggesting it adhered closely to familiar romantic comedy tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its diverse cast and faithful period setting.
  • Noted for its enjoyable chemistry between the leads.
  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic and predictable storyline.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's lighthearted tone, romantic elements, and the performances of the cast. Many appreciated the representation and the charming depiction of the Regency era.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a short film by the same director, Emma Holly Jones, which gained significant online attention and ultimately led to the development of this feature-length version.

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"Julia" (Zawe Ashton") isn't the brightest candle in the candelabra, and when she is taken to the opera by the highly eligible "Mr. Malcolm" (Sope Dirisu) quickly discovers he is less than impressed with her views on the "Corn Laws". Feelin...