The Favourite (2018)
2018
R
120 Minutes
In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah governs the country in her stead. When a new servant Abigail arrives, her charm endears her to...
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If you’re familiar with director Yorgos Lanthimos and his other projects (“Dogtooth,” “The Lobster,” “The Killing of a Sacred Deer,” “Pity“), you’ll no doubt be a fan of “The Favourite,” his latest tour de force of women be... Read the full review »1 member likes this review.
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The Favourite deliciously balances courtly politics, devious deceit and sexual jealousy with dark humour. Yorgos Lanthimos is a director that does not hide any aspects to his films. If it's unusual, explicit or perhaps even downright mad, he will... Read the full review »1 member likes this review.
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WHAT I LIKED: Yorgos Lanthimos' 'The Favourite,' has been described as many things, but most of all it's a hilariously scathing satire and exposé of the historical British monarchy that will have you smiling and laughing throughout. Yes what Lant... Read the full review »0 member like this review.
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From one of my favourite directors, The Favourite is a sumptuous, idiosyncratic period drama with three terrific performances at the helm. With a tense, baroque score and exquisite set and costume design, The Favourite acts like a Shakespearean co... Read the full review »1 member likes this review.
