Olivia Colman‘s expression conveys a trace of amusement. Her face says, “My clever dad has his occasional moments…he worries me and amuses me at the same time.”
Anthony Hopkins‘ face says, “I know I’m amusing, heh-heh, and I’m glad to see you’ve noticed….you’re welcome!”
This father-daughter dynamic is not what the movie is about, of course, but that’s okay. The ad has its own mindset — its own movie to sell.
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