bensonfive I really enjoyed this movie. I loved hearing Paul Potts sing on Britain's Got Talent, brought tears to my eyes. And this movie did the same. I actually sobbed in parts. And yes, the acting is superb, the story great, and you really feel like cheering for Paul (played by James Corden). GREAT MOVIE!!!

jc-999-591106 Even if you know the end of the story, which I will not reveal, you will enjoy the ride. Paul Potts is a chubby young man who loves to sing, which makes him a target for bullying by one of the young toughs in his school. The bullying is realistically portrayed except for the fact that I do not think Paul could keep ahead of the bullies for that long a run. Small quibble.As Paul grows up with few friends, if any, a doting mother and a tough father, the one constant joy in his life is opera. After he finishes school he gets a job in a cell phone shop with another odd character and they end up as best friends. His friend plays a trick on Paul and invites the woman to come meet Paul, who has been emailing this woman for a year but has no idea what she looks like or even if she is really a woman. She describes herself as looking like Cameron Diaz, spoiler alert she does not look like Cameron Diaz but turns into the love of his life.He goes through many highs and lows and finally has one last chance to sing in Britain's Got Talent.I loved this movie because it is a real example of someone who could have easily given up on his dream but keeps trying, one foot in front of the other. I found it to be funny, inspiring and at one point even brought tears to my eyes. The supporting cast are all brilliant as well as the actor who plays Paul.

Tetsuo6995 I can't believe this movie only reached a shy 6.2 at the moment I'm writing this.Sure it's not a masterpiece, but it's still a very funny and moving movie.It's simple, pure and a very inspiring true story. Well played from James Corden who just nailed the character of Paul PottsActually everyone in this is actually doing really well. Very nice performance from Alexandra Roach. Also surprised by Mackenzie Crook who is in my opinion a bit disappointing in Almost Human. Here he is very good !Give it a try, you will enjoy this.

bamps_1964 Having watched the series of Britains Got Talent and remember seeing Paul Potts do his audition I can still see the nervous man walk onto stage amongst giggles and snickers from the audience. Once Paul started singing the hairs on my arms shot straight up and a cold shiver of amazement ran down my back at the magnificence and power of his voice.The film shows most of the life of Paul before going on the show and the hardships he went through still believing in his love for opera and wanting to sing so much.An absolutely brilliant film and well worth the watch as it has a great support cast with lots of humour, and by the end of the film you'll want to know more about the man from Wales.