Plum: A Portrait of of the life of P.G. Wodehouse

About This Movie

Plum: A Portrait of the Life of P.G. Wodehouse is an intriguing documentary that dives into the life of the famously elusive English comic novelist. It paints a portrait that feels both intimate and distant; you can sense his humor and charm through the interviews, yet there's always this vague shyness about him that the film captures. It moves through his career from his Edwardian roots, offering glimpses into his writing process, and the quirks of his personality. The pacing is quite reflective, allowing you to soak in details that might be lost in a faster narrative. The film doesn’t shy away from the contradictions in his life, which is what makes it distinctive. It’s like peeling back layers of an onion—each layer revealing another facet of Wodehouse's world.

Intriguing look at Wodehouse's career.Captures his unique personality.Offers insight into his writing process.