given dylan thomas icon modern anglophone poetry expected movie would prone hagiography subject contrary poet presented sexually irresponsible drunkard bad father lier hypocrite perhaps coward course one could argue things advantage one artist especially poet since one purposes art subvert standards conventional morality still thing notredflag role model could crop bundle personality traits way found male hero story captain cillic endearing character two female roles played actresses knigtley miller truly charming especially first performed songs slim outfit inspire bombarded londoners ww another good point role sexual jealousy plays even relatively progressive milieus think ageold conventions easily surpassedthe atmosphere blitz also convincing well portrayal distinct outlooks among people experienced war opposed talk theorizing possible political outcomesi think one would recommend movie