You Will Remember

You Will Remember is a biopic of musical songwriter Leslie Stuart. It also marks a rare starring role for Robert Morley who played Stuart.

The elderly Stuart recalls his rollercoaster life. The day his father brought home a piano which Stuart learned to play. He became a church organist and also played the piano for music hall performers.

As an adult he moved to London and wrote musical comedy. He earned and lost a fortune due to gambling. Even becoming a bankrupt ending up at a debtors prison.

When copies of his sheet music was being sold cheap. Stuart persuaded Parliament for the better enforcement of the copyright laws.

Throughout the ups and downs. Stuart always had the steadfast support of childhood friend Bob Slater. The younger Slater was played by Roddy McDowell.

This is a straightforward film that showcased Stuart's music. I felt disappointed by it as I did not learn too much else about Stuart. Morley played him as a chummy sort, who even when he is down, turned down offers of help and support.