Mr. Holmes

Retired 30 years, an aged Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellen) is haunted by his last case and the sadness that surrounds its outcome; all the while, Holmes is dogged by a slowly failing mind and faculties. But, with the help of his housekeeper Mrs. Munro (Laura Linney) and her young son Roger (Milo Parker) perhaps there will be solace? And, what about peace of mind for the grown son of a Japanese politician (Hiroyuki Sanada), will Holmes be able to write one more story to appease the family?Holmes Directed by Bill Condon this beautiful homage to the man the myth the legend, Sherlock Holmes, is lovingly crafted to show new but completely logical dimensions around Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s original work, all based around Mitch Cullin’s novel. And, for McKellen, heart wrenching highs and lows are found rounding out a fantastic performance that entrances, humors, and brings the viewer effectively into a freshly post World War II world. Excellent work by Linney does not go unnoticed either. Delicate scoring by Carter Burwell dances throughout the film adding further depth. One of the Summer’s smartest and most worthwhile films to date, this is one fully worthy of your attention. Mr. Holmes is rated PG.