Genius (2016) movie poster

Genius (2016)

"Max Perkins discovered Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. But he never met anyone like Thomas Wolfe."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 60%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 54% (RT: 52%, MC: 56) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Michael Grandage
Runtime
1h 44m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (714 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
52%
Metacritic
56
Cast
Colin Firth as Max Perkins
Jude Law as Thomas Wolfe
Nicole Kidman as Aline Bernstein
Laura Linney as Louise Saunders
Guy Pearce as F. Scott Fitzgerald
Dominic West as Ernest Hemingway
Vanessa Kirby as Zelda Fitzgerald
Demetri Goritsas as John Wheelock
It's divisive. Only 60% of audiences liked it based on 714 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 54%.
Overview
New York in the 1920s. Max Perkins, a literary editor is the first to sign such subsequent literary greats as Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. When a sprawling, chaotic 1,000-page manuscript by an unknown writer falls into his hands, Perkins is convinced he has discovered a literary genius. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Genius was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of Genius, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Michael Grandage cited several classic history films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Genius is a 2016 history, drama film directed by Michael Grandage. New York in the 1920s. Max Perkins, a literary editor is the first to sign such subsequent literary greats as Ernest Hemingway and F.

Scott Fitzgerald. When a sprawling, chaotic 1,000-page manuscript by an unknown writer falls into his hands, Perkins is convinced he has discovered a literary genius. The film has been rated by 714 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a history film, Genius 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. Genius (2016) 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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