Florence Foster Jenkins

Name: Florence Foster Jenkins
Director: Stephen Frears
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2016-01-01
Duration: 110 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant, Simon Helberg, Rebecca Ferguson, Nina Arianda

2016Dir. Stephen Frears1h 50m

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Runtime1h 50m

Released2016

Budget$29M

Box office$48.9M

DirectorStephen Frears

About This Movie

Florence Foster Jenkins is an intriguing blend of comedy and drama, directed by Stephen Frears. Meryl Streep embodies Jenkins with a mix of sincerity and offbeat charm, capturing her delusional ambition to be an opera singer despite her famously awful singing voice. The film has this delightful atmosphere of 1940s New York, filled with vibrant sets and costumes that really pull you into that world. The pacing is leisurely, allowing you to savor the absurdity of Jenkins' performances and the reactions of those around her. Hugh Grant, as her husband, brings a touch of tenderness to the mix, balancing the humor with genuine emotion. It’s a fascinating character study on passion and delusion, leaving you both amused and slightly heartbroken.

Meryl Streep's performance is captivating yet humorous.The 1940s setting is beautifully realized.Interesting exploration of ambition and delusion.