This is a lovely and understated movie concerning the decline of an empire and a bygone period characterized by courtesy and politeness that no longer exists. Robert Donat consistently embodied the ideal Englishman—though occasionally his portrayal felt somewhat rigid; and Greer Garson’s elegant depiction of a woman from that time evokes a pleasant sentiment. It doesn't actively champion gender equality, but the "Blu…

The dictionary defines "charming" with the example, Goodbye, Mr Chips. Mr. Charles Chipping is a rather timid young man who begins teaching at Brookfield, an all-boys English school. His initial experiences there are not particularly successful; after nearly losing his job, he oversteps boundaries through discipline and causes financial trouble for the school due to a sporting tradition. It seems that everyone at …