Misbehaviour
Misbehaviour

Misbehaviour

2020Movie107 minEnglish

A group of women involved in the Women's Liberation Movement hatched a plan to invade the stage and disrupt the live broadcast at the 1970 Miss World competition in London, resulting in overnight fame for the newly-formed organization. When the show resumed, the results caused an uproar and turned the Western ideal of beauty on its head.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users66%
Director: Philippa LowthorpeGenres: Comedy-drama, Historical drama

Plot Summary

In 1970, the Women's Liberation Movement chose the Miss World competition, a globally televised spectacle, as a target to protest against. The protest aimed to challenge the objectification of women and highlight racial and societal inequalities. The film follows the women who planned and executed this audacious protest, creating a memorable moment in feminist history.

Critical Reception

Misbehaviour received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actresses and its timely themes, but some found the execution to be uneven and lacking in depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances, especially from Keira Knightley and Gugu Mbatha-Raw.
  • Appreciated for bringing a significant feminist moment to the screen with humor and heart.
  • Criticized by some for its somewhat predictable narrative and missed opportunities for sharper social commentary.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a positive reception, with many enjoying the film's historical context, empowering message, and engaging performances. Some viewers found the story inspiring and well-acted, though a few wished for a more nuanced exploration of the issues presented.

Fun Fact

The filmmakers aimed to accurately portray the fashion and atmosphere of the early 1970s, researching extensively to recreate the period details for the film.

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'Misbehaviour' may fall into the formulaic territory at times, but that's not a bad thing - the story of what happened at the 1970 Miss World competition is a powerful one that deserves to be remembered. - Chris dos Santos Read Chris' f...