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Why Hamnet should win the best picture Oscar
By forefronting Jessie Buckley’s Agnes at the expense of her megastar husband, this female-directed feminist fest gives voice to the anguished howls of disenfranchised women everywhere
TL;DR
- The film "Hamnet" centers on Agnes, William Shakespeare's wife, reimagined as a gifted herbalist and fierce individual.
- Jessie Buckley stars as Agnes, delivering a performance praised for its raw emotion and potential for an Oscar win.
- The movie challenges misogynistic historical views of Anne Hathaway by exploring her inner life and emotional depth.
- Based on Maggie O’Farrell's novel, the film is a "what-if" story that takes imaginative flights from sparse historical facts.
- Despite some criticism regarding historical accuracy and emotional manipulation, the film is lauded for its strong female direction and performances, including those by Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn.