Colette
Colette

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Colette

2020
Movie
24 min
French

World War II. Not all warriors wore uniforms. Not all warriors were men. Meet ninety-year-old Colette Catherine who, as a young girl, fought the Nazis as a member of the French Resistance. Now she’s about to re-open old wounds, re-visting the terrors of that time. Some nightmares are too terrible to remember. But also, too dangerous to forget.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users82%
Director: Wash WestGenres: Biography, Drama, Romance, History

Plot Summary

Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, a young woman from the countryside, marries a charismatic and manipulative " Willy " Colette, a well-known Parisian literary impresario. Willy locks Colette in a cycle of abuse and control, forcing her to write novels under his name. As her literary success grows, Colette begins to find her voice and identity, eventually seeking independence from Willy and embracing her own sexuality.

Critical Reception

Colette received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Keira Knightley's performance, the film's visual style, and its exploration of female empowerment and artistic identity. Some critics found the pacing uneven or the narrative slightly predictable, but the consensus was that it was a well-crafted and engaging biopic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Keira Knightley's compelling performance as the titular writer.

  • Applauded for its lush visuals and sensitive portrayal of Colette's personal and artistic journey.

  • Some found the narrative to be a bit too restrained, while others lauded its exploration of female agency.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight Keira Knightley's captivating performance and the film's beautiful cinematography. Many enjoyed the story of Colette's self-discovery and defiance against societal and marital constraints, although a few wished for a more emotionally charged narrative.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Costume Design at the 91st Academy Awards. Keira Knightley was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama.

Fun Fact

Keira Knightley revealed that she took a 'very, very, very long' time to agree to play Colette, as she was hesitant about the nudity and intimacy required for the role. She ultimately accepted after discussing it with her husband.

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