"In 'The King's Speech,' patriotism is utterly contained within a historical moment, the third of September, 1939, where the aggressor is clear, the fight is clear, it hasn't become complicated over time"

In this quote, director Tom Hooper is going over the theme of patriotism in his movie "The King's Speech." He discusses that in the movie, patriotism is limited to a specific minute in history - September 3rd, 1939. This date marks the start of World War II, and Hooper suggests that this is a time when patriotism was clear and uncomplicated. The assailant, or opponent, was quickly determined and the fight for one's nation was obvious. Hooper contrasts this with the idea that over time, patriotism can become more complicated and tough to specify. In general, the quote highlights the significance of historic context in comprehending the idea of patriotism.