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Rosalind
Vivian and Rosalind love each other, but after Rosalind was diagnosed with lung cancer she became abusive to her only caregiver, Vivian, for nine life-draining years. When Vivian leaves town to see her dying father, a nurse and their close friend, Phoebe, teach Rosalind and Vivian a lesson in love they will never forget.
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Plot Summary
The film chronicles the life of Rosalind Franklin, a brilliant British scientist whose crucial work on the X-ray diffraction images of DNA laid the foundation for understanding the molecular structure of life. Despite her groundbreaking contributions, her achievements were largely overlooked during her lifetime, overshadowed by her male colleagues.
Critical Reception
Rosalind aims to bring the story of a pivotal but often-forgotten scientist to the forefront. While the film has been praised for its intention to highlight Franklin's contributions and the performances, some critics note its dramatic pacing and the challenge of fully capturing the complexities of scientific discovery and the societal barriers faced by women in science during that era.
What Reviewers Say
Praise for the effort to tell Rosalind Franklin's story and illuminate her scientific importance.
Appreciation for the lead performance, particularly Krista Kosonen's portrayal of Franklin.
Some reservations regarding the film's narrative momentum and how it depicts the scientific process.
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Fun Fact
The film was screened at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival in the Marché du Film section, aiming to find international distributors.
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