May December, 2023 - ★★★★

Wow. Charles Melton and Natalie Portman showcased so much talent in this film. Melton’s performance as Joe blew me away. I only knew him from Riverdale. I would have never guessed Reggie Mantle could do this. Yes, Riverdale’s cast were good actors. After all, they had to sell that bullshit plot for 7 seasons. That still doesn’t compare to what Charles Melton did as Joe. I thought I was familiar with Ms Portman’s game, but I was not. She really creeped me out in this movie. She’s a real actress playing a fake actress playing a fake child molester based on a real child molester played by a real actress. There are so many layers to this! Watching Elizabeth Berry transform into Gracie as the film progressed was so chilling. I also need to tip my hat to Julianne Moore and Todd Haynes. I know Ms. Moore from 30 Rock, so her character disturbed me more than the average person. Gracie was so cold. Just like Elizabeth Berry, I could not figure her out. I have to applaud Todd Haynes, because as director he brought this story to life. This was an amazing movie with an amazing cast and crew. So much talent, from the Atherton-Yoo children to the people Elizabeth interviews to prep for the movie. Hats off to everyone! - Letterboxd


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