Telstar

Nick Moran's awkward but entertaining biopic Telstar attempts to do justice to the mercurial Meek....In Moran's adaptation of his own play Meek is portrayed as a man who salvaged moments of triumph from a life of chaos..... ... Full Review

The music sequences are hugely entertaining and strikingly original, particularly during the signature track, Telstar.....Telstar is a hugely entertaining musical biopic with terrific performances and great music sequences.....An entertaining, energetic and frequently offbeat biopic with a superb cast and a terrific central performance by Con O'Neill..... ... Full Review

Nevertheless, there's still much to recommend Telstar .....The film is at its best when focused on Meek's personal life and his relationships with Heinz Burt (J.J. Field) and later with Patrick Pink (Sid Mitchell).....It's a compelling story....and real-life stars from the time, topped by Kevin Spacey's fine performance as Meek's financial partner Major Banks..... ... Full Review

Sure, but Moran's funny, frisky and finally grim film still engages.....including an understated Kevin Spacey and an on-form James Corden -.... ... Full Review