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Joy
2015 124 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★6.8
Drama, Comedy
Director: David O. Russell
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Description
A story based on the life of a struggling Long Island single mom who became one of the country's most successful entrepreneurs.
Budget:
$60M
US Gross:
$56.45M
Worldwide:
$101.13M
Starring
Jennifer Lawrence
Actor
Robert De Niro
Actor
Bradley Cooper
Actor
Awards
Golden Globe 2016
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Academy Awards 2016
— Best Actress
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2016
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2016
— Best Actress
Golden Globe 2016
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
Joy is a polarizing biographical drama that centers on an inspiring narrative of female perseverance and entrepreneurship. While many viewers praise Jennifer Lawrence’s transformative performance and the film's motivational message, critics often find the screenplay unfocused and inferior to David O. Russell’s previous acclaimed works.
| Acting | Jennifer Lawrence anchors the film with a versatile and compelling performance as a resilient entrepreneur. | |
| Theme | The film effectively conveys a motivational message about the necessity of persistence and taking agency in one's own success. | |
| Direction | David O. Russell’s direction struggles to match the narrative cohesion and critical acclaim of his earlier collaborations with this cast. | |
| Pacing | The narrative structure divides viewers: some appreciate the slow-burn character study of a housewife's transformation, while others find the setup tedious and the pacing uneven. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay vary, with some finding the dysfunctional family dynamics and rags-to-riches arc heartfelt, while others deem them clichéd, superficial, or lacking in emotional clarity. |