The Favourite is a bawdy, acerbic tale of royal intrigue, passion, envy and betrayal in the court of Queen Anne in early 18th century England. At the center of the story is the Queen herself (Olivia Colman), whose relationship with her confidante, adviser and clandestine lover Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough (Rachel Weisz) is turned upside down by the arrival of the Duchess’s younger cousin Abigail (Emma Stone). Soon the balance of power shifts between the women as they jockey for influence with the Queen and the court.
These movies are just not my thing. I always try. Especially when they get the crazy buzz around award season. But it is extremely rare that I am able to give a positive review to these period pieces. I know that the movies are well done and this one was. I know that the acting is top notch and it definitely was in this one. But I just can't really get into them no matter how hard I try.
I wouldn't really recommend peeps checking this out but my opinion again is pretty biased with these movies. If you are into period pieces like this - I am pretty sure you will like this one. If you don't like me - this one will not sway you.
These movies are just not my thing. I always try. Especially when they get the crazy buzz around award season. But it is extremely rare that I am able to give a positive review to these period pieces. I know that the movies are well done and this one was. I know that the acting is top notch and it definitely was in this one. But I just can't really get into them no matter how hard I try.
I wouldn't really recommend peeps checking this out but my opinion again is pretty biased with these movies. If you are into period pieces like this - I am pretty sure you will like this one. If you don't like me - this one will not sway you.
