Bombshell

Based on true events, Bombshell tells the story of the women at Fox News who set out to expose CEO Roger Ailes for sexual harassment. Megyn Kelly and Gretchen Carlson, alongside a young associate, risk their careers to bring down the powerful man who created a toxic environment at the network. Their courageous fight for justice ultimately ignites a movement and changes the media landscape forever.

Bombshell received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise for its timely subject matter, strong performances from the lead actresses, and Roach's direction. However, some critics noted that the film occasionally felt rushed in its attempt to cover a complex story and that it could have delved deeper into the experiences of all the women involved.

• Praised for powerful performances by its lead actresses, particularly Charlize Theron and Nicole Kidman.

• Acknowledged for tackling a significant and relevant #MeToo-era story with urgency.

• Some critics found the narrative pacing uneven and wished for more depth in character exploration.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's exploration of a significant real-life scandal and lauded the performances of the main cast. Many found the movie to be a compelling and important story, although some felt it could have been more impactful or nuanced.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and won several other awards and nominations for its performances and technical achievements.

The prosthetics used to transform Charlize Theron into Megyn Kelly took three hours to apply each day and included a prosthetic nose, chin, and forehead piece, as well as contact lenses and teeth.