Review of Albert Nobbs (2011) by Eric G — 16 May 2012

Undeservedly bashed by critics, Albert Nobbs is an interesting story of 19th century rigidity, of social structures, gender roles and the untold domination of men in this world of mostly working women.

It's also obviously the story of a woman who pass as a man to find work and after years of disguise can't seem to leave her role. Beautifully played by Glenn Close, it subtly shows the suffering and dreams of this woman trapped in the body of a man.

Costumes and decor are superb and the rest of the crew plays well. The film conveys frustration and sadness and is not always easy to watch, but that is done on purpose. This is a real drama, slow in places, where nobody escapes their condition and therefore without much hope.