Brendan's 'The Whale' Is Crazy Good According To Viewers, And Here's Why
We may only wish to see The Whale once or twice in our lives. This has absolutely nothing to do with the film being mediocre. It is so because while being challenging to see, the film stays with you long after the credits have finished. It's a character piece that will make you laugh, weep, and feel really uncomfortable. It will also break your heart, mend it, and then break it again. With Brendan Fraser delivering the portrayal of his career as Charlie, a 600-pound father who desires nothing more than to bond with his teenage daughter Ellie, the entire tiny ensemble is outstanding.
Charlie, the main character of the movie, is first introduced to us; he is a reclusive college English professor who teaches online courses. Because he is concerned about how his weight would be seen by his students, he keeps his webcam off but claims that it is malfunctioning. He is looked after by his nursing buddy Liz (Hong Chau), who strongly advises him to visit the hospital due to his high risk of congestive heart failure. We follow Charlie as he encounters Thomas (played by Ty Simpkins), a New Life missionary, his daughter Ellie, and his ex-wife Mary. Charlie refuses to go to the hospital (played by Samantha Morton).
Brendan Fraser is deserving of every accolade for his work, and then some. He genuinely excels in this movie, and it's lovely to see him back on the big screen. Charlie is a straightforward yet complex individual who prioritizes the needs of others before his own needs. From his extremely emotional parts to his awkward eating ones, he gives his all to this character. He also allows his charisma and sense of humor to come through; he is deserving of this year's Best Actor Oscar consideration, and we hope he earns it.
Sadie Sink and Hong Chau, two members of the supporting cast, should also be considered for consideration for Best Supporting Actress. Sink is most known for her work on Stranger Things, but in this movie, she excels as Ellie. She portrays a high school student who is attempting to discover herself while coping with emotions and heartache from her past and holds her own in the father-daughter moments with Fraser. Chau also does a terrific job as Liz, Charlie's nurse, and friend. There is a genuine connection between the two of them, and Liz genuinely cares about Charlie and wishes the best for him.
Overall, if you have the chance, We highly suggest seeing The Whale. Everyone should watch this narrative at least once in their lives, even though it isn't a feel-good holiday film or a big-budget sequel like Avatar: The Way of Water. After seeing it, We fully get the controversy over the story's reaffirmation of anti-fat prejudices. Along with how We felt while viewing it and afterward, it was taken into account when We gave the movie a rating. Fortunately, the Oscar-worthy performances and Darren Aronofsky's competent directing serve to make up for it.
Charlie, the main character of the movie, is first introduced to us; he is a reclusive college English professor who teaches online courses. Because he is concerned about how his weight would be seen by his students, he keeps his webcam off but claims that it is malfunctioning. He is looked after by his nursing buddy Liz (Hong Chau), who strongly advises him to visit the hospital due to his high risk of congestive heart failure. We follow Charlie as he encounters Thomas (played by Ty Simpkins), a New Life missionary, his daughter Ellie, and his ex-wife Mary. Charlie refuses to go to the hospital (played by Samantha Morton).
Brendan Fraser is deserving of every accolade for his work, and then some. He genuinely excels in this movie, and it's lovely to see him back on the big screen. Charlie is a straightforward yet complex individual who prioritizes the needs of others before his own needs. From his extremely emotional parts to his awkward eating ones, he gives his all to this character. He also allows his charisma and sense of humor to come through; he is deserving of this year's Best Actor Oscar consideration, and we hope he earns it.
Sadie Sink and Hong Chau, two members of the supporting cast, should also be considered for consideration for Best Supporting Actress. Sink is most known for her work on Stranger Things, but in this movie, she excels as Ellie. She portrays a high school student who is attempting to discover herself while coping with emotions and heartache from her past and holds her own in the father-daughter moments with Fraser. Chau also does a terrific job as Liz, Charlie's nurse, and friend. There is a genuine connection between the two of them, and Liz genuinely cares about Charlie and wishes the best for him.
Overall, if you have the chance, We highly suggest seeing The Whale. Everyone should watch this narrative at least once in their lives, even though it isn't a feel-good holiday film or a big-budget sequel like Avatar: The Way of Water. After seeing it, We fully get the controversy over the story's reaffirmation of anti-fat prejudices. Along with how We felt while viewing it and afterward, it was taken into account when We gave the movie a rating. Fortunately, the Oscar-worthy performances and Darren Aronofsky's competent directing serve to make up for it.
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