Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018) movie poster

Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018)

"Her greatest work will be her biggest crime."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 50%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 92% (RT: 98%, MC: 87) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaCrimeComedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 46m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (1,335 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
98%
Metacritic
87
Cast
Melissa McCarthy as Lee Israel
Richard E. Grant as Jack Hock
Dolly Wells as Anna
Ben Falcone as Alan Schmidt
Jane Curtin as Marjorie
It's divisive. Only 50% of audiences liked it based on 1,335 votes. Critics rated it higher at 92%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
When a bestselling celebrity biographer is no longer able to get published because she has fallen out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Melissa McCarthy spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Can You Ever Forgive Me? was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of Can You Ever Forgive Me?, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Can You Ever Forgive Me? is a 2018 drama, crime, comedy film directed by Marielle Heller. When a bestselling celebrity biographer is no longer able to get published because she has fallen out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception. The film has been rated by 1,335 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Can You Ever Forgive Me? delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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