The Favorite

In early 18th century England, Queen Anne is in ill health and her close friend Lady Sarah governs the country in her stead. When a ambitious new servant Abigail arrives, she sees an opportunity to regain her family's former status. As Abigail schemes to become the Queen's confidante, she finds herself drawn into a power struggle with Sarah. The film chronicles their complex and often cruel battle for influence over the frail monarch.

The Favourite was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its performances, direction, screenplay, and production design. Critics lauded its dark humor, sharp wit, and Lanthimos's unique directorial style. The film was a commercial success as well, earning significant box office revenue and numerous awards nominations.

• A visually stunning and wickedly funny period piece with exceptional performances.

• Yorgos Lanthimos delivers a darkly comedic and masterfully crafted examination of power, desire, and manipulation.

• The ensemble cast, particularly Olivia Colman, delivers career-defining performances that are both hilarious and heartbreaking.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's sharp wit, stylish visuals, and the outstanding performances of the main cast, especially Olivia Colman. Many enjoyed the dark humor and the compelling, if sometimes outrageous, story.

Won 1 Academy Award (Best Actress for Olivia Colman), nominated for 9 others. Won 10 BAFTA Awards, nominated for 12 others. Won 1 Golden Globe Award (Best Actress for Olivia Colman), nominated for 4 others. Received numerous other awards and nominations from critics' circles and festivals.

The ornate duck-shaped chamber pot that Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) uses in the film was a real historical artifact, reportedly one of Anne's prized possessions.