Directed by: Aaron Sorkin
Cast: Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, J.K. Simmons
Running Time: 131 minutes
This films tells the
story of the relationship between Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, focusing mostly
on a very difficult week leading to the taping of an I Love Lucy episode, after
Ball was labeled a Communist sympathiser in the press.
Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem gave spectacular performances in the two lead roles. It is especially surprising for me when it comes to Kidman. In spite of all the talent she has, I would have never imagined that she could pull off a convincing Lucille Ball. She did. The transformation was amazing. You forgot the actress behind the role while the movie lasted.
The material given to
the actors and actresses was also very good. You could see that they were
having fun biting into it. My only issue is with the tone, which felt confused
at time. There seemed to be a small lack of focus in the direction, that made
you wonder what was the point of it all. But, the strong performances and the
good lines still gave me a new appreciation for Lucille Ball, a strong woman
way ahead of her time.
Rating: ««««
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