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Jackie (2016)
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Jackie (2016)

Genre
Drama, Biography
Release Date
December 2, 2016
Studio
Fox Searchlight Pictures
Official Site
http://www.foxsearchlight.com/jackie/
Genre
Drama, Biography
Release Date
December 2, 2016
MPAA Rating
R
Duration
99 minute(s)
Production Budget
9
Studio
Fox Searchlight Pictures
Official Site
http://www.foxsearchlight.com/jackie/
Director
Pablo Larrain
Producer
Juan de Dios Larrain, Darren Aronofsky, Mickey Liddell, Scott Franklin, Ari Handel
Screenwriter
Noah Oppenheim
Starring
  • Natalie Portman as Jacqueline Kennedy
  • Peter Sarsgaard as Robert Kennedy
  • Greta Gerwig as Nancy Tuckerman
  • John Hurt as The Priest
  • Billy Crudup as The Journalist
  • Max Casella
  • Beth Grant

In the wake of a national tragedy, "Jackie" delves into the tumultuous life of First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, portrayed with profound depth by Natalie Portman. Set against the backdrop of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the film captures Jackie’s emotional and psychological struggle as she navigates a public mourning while grappling with her own profound grief. The narrative unfolds as she reflects on her life, her role as a mother, and her position in a world thrust into chaos, revealing a woman torn between her private sorrow and her public persona.

Accompanied by a cast that includes Peter Sarsgaard as the supportive yet conflicted Bobby Kennedy and Greta Gerwig as her loyal friend, the film paints a portrait of resilience and vulnerability. The central conflict emerges as Jackie seeks to preserve her husband's legacy while facing the overwhelming pressures of media scrutiny and political expectations. Directed by Pablo Larrain, this biographical drama is steeped in a haunting atmosphere, offering an intimate glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, while showcasing the strength of a woman fighting to maintain her dignity in the face of unimaginable loss.

Ratings:
65
SCORE
IMDb 6.6/10
🍅 87% Fresh
MC 81
TMDB 6.5/10