And Marilyn’s life, unfortunately, was full of that. You know, the novel and the film are both rife with themes of exploitation and trauma. I think it’s a remarkable achievement, and he’s done it hand-in-hand with Joyce Carol Oates’ work, honouring the novel with this amazing adaptation that she endorses,” Brody explained.Īna De Armas ‘Didn’t Understand Why’ Marilyn Monroe Film ‘Blonde’ Was Rated NC-17

“I think Andrew is a beautifully brave director, and he’s someone I’ve longed to work with for many years. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Brody addressed the criticism, but insisted that it’s missing the point of what “Blonde” director Andrew Dominik set out to accomplish. Marilyn Monroe Biopic ‘Blonde’ Starring Ana De Armas Gets 11-Minute Standing OvationĪlso starring is Adrien Brody as Monroe’s subsequent husband, playwright Arthur Miller, perhaps the only character in the movie who doesn’t treat her abusively. In the film, Monroe is depicted as being abused by numerous people, including husband Joe DiMaggio (played by Bobby Cannavale). The highly anticipated feature reimagines the life of screen legend Marilyn Monroe (played by “Knives Out” star Ana de Armas), based on the novel by Joyce Carol Oates.ĭespite receiving an 11-minute standing ovation when it premiered at the Venice Film Festival, “Blonde” has been deluged with negative reviews, with critics complaining that the movie sends the “Some Like it Hot” star from one horrifically traumatic experience to another, with Monroe portrayed as a victim from start to finish. Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe & Adrien Brody as The Playwright.

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