The Whale

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At one point, the film was set to star James Corden with Tom Ford directing, but Ford left due to creative differences. George Clooney also briefly considered directing the film, but ultimately declined. [18] Filming [ edit ] The Aurora Prize". Tromsø International Film Festival. Archived from the original on April 8, 2023 . Retrieved April 26, 2023. The Whale comes with a great 1080p HD transfer that immediately sets the tone. The film's visuals are not meant to be bright or even made to live in a bubble-gum world of action and fantasy.

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Palm Springs International Film Awards Presents Brendan Fraser with the Spotlight Award, Actor". Palm Springs International Film Festival. December 20, 2022. Archived from the original on April 26, 2023 . Retrieved April 26, 2023. a b Wilkinson, Alissa (December 12, 2023). "The Whale screenwriter on writing about religious fundamentalism, bodies, and hope". Vox. Archived from the original on March 13, 2023 . Retrieved March 13, 2023. Description: From Darren Aronofsky comes The Whale, the story of a reclusive English teacher living with severe obesity who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter for one last chance at redemption. Starring Brendan. Fraser and based on the acclaimed play by Samuel D. Hunter. Darling, Cary (February 18, 2023). " 'Everything', 'RRR', 'Banshees' top Houston Film Critics' Awards". Houston Chronicle. Archived from the original on February 19, 2023 . Retrieved February 18, 2023. The Whale touches on parental responsibility, sexuality, religious homophobia, and the value of life. Fraser turns in a compelling performance, bringing sincerity, gentleness, and candidness to Charlie. The film is more a character study than a typical narrative, its origins as a play evident in the limited location and dramatic entrances and exits. The screenplay avoids simple soap opera, with well-written dialogue, atypical central character, and first-rate direction.

seem to suggest that Ellie is some kind of "avenging angel" (and/or demon), but I'd argue the film is actually at least relatively balanced

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Kroll, Justin (February 10, 2021). " 'Watchmen's Hong Chau to Co-Star with Brendan Fraser in Darren Aronofsky's Next Film for A24". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on August 20, 2021 . Retrieved February 11, 2021. Confronting the past and all the mistakes that come with making decisions along the way is what Charlie is faced with in Darren Aronofsky's The Whale. Dealing with grief, loss, and empathy for others are the key ingredients that make TheWhale swim beautifully. With a claustrophobic setting, some amazing camerawork, and the best performance of the year from the legendary (and now Oscar-winner) Brendan Fraser, The Whale is one of the sweetest and most emotional movies of the year. Gay, Roxane (December 10, 2022). "Opinion | The Cruel Spectacle of 'The Whale' ". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Archived from the original on December 10, 2022 . Retrieved December 10, 2022.between Charlie and Ellie, and Fraser and Sink really play off of each other beautifully in several "two hander" scenes. Some of the supplements At least the 4:3 aspect ratio was a choice to fit the film. You can easily find articles about this and understand why Aronofsky shot the film with that aspect ratio. Unlike all the bs tv show aspect ratios garbage going on now. All these different aspect ratios to make sure television shows MADE TO BE WATCHED ON A TELEVISION no longer fit the television screen. I have not read one single post for any of the billion tv shows from a showrunner giving a reasonable explanation why their television show was shot in an aspect ratio that doesn't fit the tv. If it's a film property masquerading as a tv show, like The Mandalorian, that's one thing. But for 99% of other shows, if Game of Thrones and The Sopranos didn't need a wider frame the newest Netflix teen comedy sure doesn't. The Whale comes to Blu-ray Disc from Lionsgate Home Entertainment featuring 1080p AVC encoded video and lossless DTS-HD 5.1 Master Audio sound. Kind of interestingly, at least given the downright claustrophobic ambience of the film, the closing credits roll offer a Dolby Atmos logo, though this disc

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The Whale Blu-ray (Blu-ray + Digital)". Blu-ray.com. Archived from the original on March 1, 2023 . Retrieved March 1, 2023. EDA Awards Winners". Alliance of Women Film Journalists. Archived from the original on January 5, 2023 . Retrieved February 5, 2023. AliasCane Blu-ray is fine but if it was shot in 4K there should be a 4K release. Many times the studios always get us on this they put a 4K release out later. Most people just want to buy the movie add it to their collection and be done with it. Thomas, Carly (February 26, 2023). "SAG Awards: Brendan Fraser Shares Inspirational Words to Other Actors During Acceptance Speech: "Just Stay in There" ". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on February 27, 2023 . Retrieved February 26, 2023. Wilkinson, Alissa (September 20, 2022). "Inside Darren Aronofsky's messy movie The Whale is something wise about religious trauma". Vox . Retrieved June 17, 2023. [...]has updated his Obama-era play to be set during the 2016 GOP presidential primaries in Idaho.In 'The Whale', Brendan Fraser brilliantly embodies a man hopeful for others but tired of himself". Chicago Sun-Times. December 19, 2022. Archived from the original on February 23, 2023 . Retrieved February 23, 2023. Biennale Cinema 2022 | The Whale". Venice Biennale. June 30, 2022. Archived from the original on July 26, 2022 . Retrieved August 30, 2022.