Bombshell
Bombshell

Bombshell

2016Movie90 minEnglish

How the tragic death of one man triggered a David and Goliath battle between two Allies that echoed around the world and became the catalyst to end nuclear testing in the Pacific.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users80%
Director: Jay RoachGenres: Drama, Biography

Plot Summary

Based on the true story of the women at Fox News who took on the media mogul Roger Ailes and the toxic male culture that had poisoned their careers. A bombshell exposé reveals the sexual harassment and toxic work environment that many female employees endured for years.

Critical Reception

Bombshell received generally positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for the performances of its lead actresses and its timely exploration of sexual harassment in the workplace. While some critics found the film's approach to be somewhat superficial, many lauded its effectiveness in conveying the gravity of the events and the courage of the women involved.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film excels due to its strong performances, particularly from Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, and Margot Robbie.
  • It tackles a timely and important subject matter with a compelling, though sometimes uneven, narrative.
  • The direction and screenplay effectively capture the atmosphere and tension of the unfolding scandal.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated 'Bombshell' for its powerful performances and its handling of a significant real-life scandal. Many viewers found the film to be eye-opening and impactful, highlighting the bravery of the women who spoke out against workplace misconduct. Some noted that while the film effectively portrays the events, it could have delved deeper into certain aspects.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 1 Academy Award (Best Makeup and Hairstyling), 1 Golden Globe Award (Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama for Charlize Theron), and 1 Screen Actors Guild Award (Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture).

Fun Fact

Charlize Theron, who portrayed Megyn Kelly, actually had to wear a prosthetic body suit and facial prosthetics to more accurately resemble Kelly, in addition to a wig.

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