Marriage Story

A stage director and his actor wife struggle to get a divorce that would bring them and their young son to America, but their personal lives are revealed through the process. The film chronicles the heartbreaking, yet often humorous, dissolution of a marriage from both spouses' perspectives.

Marriage Story was widely acclaimed by critics, who praised its direction, screenplay, performances (particularly from Johansson and Driver), and its nuanced portrayal of divorce. Audiences also responded positively to its emotional depth and relatable themes.

• A profoundly moving and often raw exploration of a marriage's end.

• Features career-defining performances from its lead actors.

• Baumbach's screenplay is lauded for its sharp wit and emotional honesty.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's realistic depiction of divorce, the powerful acting, and the emotional resonance of the story. Many found it relatable and heartbreaking, appreciating the nuanced characters.

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor (Adam Driver), Best Actress (Scarlett Johansson), and Best Supporting Actress (Laura Dern), winning Best Supporting Actress for Laura Dern. Also received numerous Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations and wins.

The infamous "knife fight" scene, where Charlie and Nicole argue intensely, was improvised by Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson after Noah Baumbach asked them to 'just start yelling at each other' about a specific grievance.