Goodbye Christopher Robin

Movie Details:

Cast & Characters:

• Domhnall Gleeson as Alan Alexander “A. A.” Milne/Blue
• Margot Robbie as Daphne Milne, A. A. Milne’s wife
• Kelly Macdonald as Olive Rand/Nou, Christopher Robin’s nanny
• Dexter and Sonny Hyman as 3-year-old Christopher Robin Milne
• Will Tilston as 8-year-old Christopher Robin Milne/Billy Moon
• Alex Lawther as 18-year-old Christopher Robin Milne
• Phoebe Waller-Bridge as Mary Brown
• Vicki Pepperdine as Betty
• Stephen Campbell Moore as Ernest H. Shepard
• Richard McCabe as Rupert
• Geraldine Somerville as Lady O
• Nico Mirallegro as Cooper
• Shaun Dingwall as Alfred Brockwell
• Simon Williams as the zoo director
• Matilda Curtis as Sister McGovern
• Richard Clifford as the toy-shop manager
• Richard Dixon as MC at pageant
• Tommy Rodger as Douglas Minor
• Robert Portal as the headmaster
• Mark Tandy as the portrait photographer
• Jim Cartwright as the military medic
• Mossie Smith as Sharon the midwife
• Rolan Bell as an American cop

Storyline:

Set in the aftermath of World War I, the film delves into how Milne’s experiences during the war influenced his writing and shaped the beloved children’s character, Winnie-the-Pooh. It portrays the impact of fame on the Milne family, particularly on Christopher Robin, who struggles with his father’s expectations and the public’s fascination with his childhood.

About Movie:

Goodbye Christopher Robin is a British biographical drama that explores the lives of A. A. Milne, the creator of Winnie-the-Pooh, and his family, particularly focusing on his son, Christopher Robin Milne. Directed by Simon Curtis, the film features a cast that includes Domhnall Gleeson as A. A. Milne, Margot Robbie as his wife Daphne, and Kelly Macdonald as their housekeeper, Olive.

Production Details

Goodbye Christopher Robin premiered in the United Kingdom on September 29, 2017. Critics received mixed reviews, praising the performances and emotional depth but noting shortcomings in pacing and narrative execution.

Reception

The film grossed approximately $7.2 million at the box office. While it resonated with some audiences for its heartfelt portrayal of family dynamics and creativity, it did not achieve significant commercial success.

Legacy

Goodbye Christopher Robin offers a poignant look at the relationship between a father and son against the backdrop of literary fame, providing insight into the personal struggles behind one of children’s literature’s most cherished characters.

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