This is a bio-pic on the life and times of Britain’s first lady prime minister, Margaret Thatcher. The film has a very unique narrative in that it tells the journey of Margaret through her own memories and hallucinations of her dead husband Denis Thatcher. The movie begins with Margaret being an old woman with certain mental health problems like dementia, packing her husband’s things and sending them away.
Her journey from being an ambitious small girl to a young politician to being the leader of the Conservative party to finally being one of the most controversial prime ministers in British history is gripping to say the least. Her autocratic ways make sure her career ends after 11 and half years in office.There is real footage inserted to drive forward Margaret’s political career.
Meryl Streep’s makeover, hair, voice and body language are first class to say the least. Fitting that both the makeup and her acting were rewarded with the Academy Awards. Jim Broadbent as the husband is terrific as well. The chemistry between these 2 actors is what drives the movie forward in addition to Margaret’s interesting political career.
The actors who play the younger Margaret and Denis are apt as well. The movie has a good soundtrack too.
VERDICT: Intriguing movie on a towering personality. Meryl Streep looks and plays the part to perfection.
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