Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus

In 1950s New York, Diane Arbus, a sheltered suburban wife, finds herself drawn to the unconventional and mysterious world of her neighbors, particularly the enigmatic Lionel, a man with a rare skin condition. As she ventures into his apartment and his life, Diane begins to explore her own desires and artistic ambitions, using her camera to capture the raw and often unsettling realities of the people around her. The film imagines a fictionalized account of her personal and professional awakening.

Fur received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While the film's visual style and Nicole Kidman's performance were often praised, some critics found the narrative to be underdeveloped and the 'imaginary' aspect of the portrait to be more of a hindrance than a help. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its artistic ambition and others finding it too peculiar.

• Praise for Nicole Kidman's committed performance.

• Appreciation for the film's moody atmosphere and distinctive visual style.

• Criticism for a meandering plot and an unclear narrative focus.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an interesting and artistically made character study, with many appreciating the performances, particularly Nicole Kidman's. However, some viewers felt the plot was slow or didn't fully connect with the 'imaginary' premise.

The apartment set for Lionel's (Robert Downey Jr.) home was designed to feel claustrophobic and disorienting, with unconventional angles and furniture placement, to reflect his isolated existence and Diane's increasingly intrusive gaze.