Review of Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018) by Rebecca31 — 12 Feb 2019

Tells the story of Lee Israel (Melissa McCarthy) best-selling celebrity author, suffering from writers block and no longer able to get published she turns her art form to deception. It’s impossible to imagine anyone else in this role. McCarthy is brilliant and you know if I’m recommending a Melissa McCarthy movie then it has to be worth seeing.

Oscar season really is all about the true stories, but other than the odd creative liberty here and there Can You Ever Forgive Me is a wonderfully witty story that you can’t help but enjoy. It’s got a lot of heart and not afraid to take some emotional turns when necessary. If you’re not familiar with the details of this story don’t be tempted to look it up, the less you know the better. This had a lot more depth than I was expecting and Richard E. Grant’s outstanding supporting role make for a wonderful onscreen presence together with Melissa McCarthy. Recommended.