It's hard not to think about the controversy over Riseborough's Oscar nomination when watch To Leslie post nominations, but the truth is that she is remarkable in this film, and the film itself is very good, well constructed and beautifully shot. To Leslie is a strikingly powerful film.
Riseborough does deserve her nomination as she gives one of those soul baring performances that balances an extreme character with a honest human portrayal. It is a difficult role to pull off yet she does an incredible job. It is one of those memorable turns that people talk about and just has to be seen. She isn't alone. The entire cast is good, especially Janney (no surprse), Teague as Leslie's son, and Maron as a generous soul.
The film is so well constructed, simply laid out but powerfully executed. Morris uses a muted, washed out colour palette that infuses a desperate energy to the film. He has captured the horrifying nature of alcoholism.
To Leslie is the sort of film that might not have been seen by as many without the attention it has got. I can strongly recommend it as a very satisfying watch.
To Leslie
Starring: Andrea Riseborough, Allison Janney, Marc Maron, Owen Teague, Andre Royo, Stephen Root
Director: Michael Morris
Writer: Ryan Binaco
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