The Remains of the Day - film, then book

We watched the film with Anthony Hopkins in the role of Stevens, the butler to Lord Darlington during the post World War I period, and later to his American successor.

A fascinating performance as Stevens rationalises his life in service to a man who becomes an apologist for Hitler's regime for the best of motives - promoting peace and understanding among nations. Alongside this runs the story of the unresolved relationship between Stevens and the housekeeper  Miss Kenton.