
Movie spotlight
Judy
Bad things happen to bad people. That's what Ursula, the ring leader of a deranged group of street performers called "The Crows", always says. For no apparent reason, the gang starts to torment Mary and Judy: a young car driver and her dog. Her only crime was not paying attention to the annoying street performers. For Mary, the curtains of the most insane and dangerous show will rise - and fall. The Crows' show is not just about blood.
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Plot Summary
In the winter of 1968, Judy Garland arrives in London to play a series of sold-out concerts at the Talk of the Town. The shows mark a comeback for the legendary performer, but the pressure of performance, combined with her precarious personal life and her struggles with management, begin to take their toll. The film explores her final year, juxtaposing her dazzling stage presence with her vulnerability offstage.
Critical Reception
Judy was met with generally positive reviews, with particular praise directed at Renée Zellweger's performance as Judy Garland, for which she won an Academy Award for Best Actress. Critics lauded the film for its emotional depth and its portrayal of Garland's later years, though some found the narrative structure to be uneven. Audiences also responded warmly to Zellweger's star turn and the musical performances.
What Reviewers Say
Renée Zellweger delivers a tour-de-force performance that captures the essence of Judy Garland.
The film effectively balances the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with the personal struggles of its iconic subject.
While offering a poignant look at Garland's final year, the narrative occasionally falters in its pacing and structural coherence.
Google audience: Google users largely praised Renée Zellweger's transformative performance and her ability to embody Judy Garland. Many found the film to be a moving and emotional tribute to the legendary singer, appreciating the musical numbers and the exploration of her later life, though some felt it could have delved deeper into certain aspects of her career.
Awards & Accolades
Won Academy Award for Best Actress (Renée Zellweger). Nominated for Golden Globe Awards, BAFTA Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Fun Fact
Renée Zellweger initially declined the role of Judy Garland multiple times, feeling she was not the right fit, before ultimately being convinced by director Rupert Goold.
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