Brendan Fraser’s Oscar-winning film, The whalewill arrive on Netflix in November 2024. Produced by A24 and directed by Darren Aronofsky, The whale tells the story of a severely obese English teacher trying to reconnect with his daughter and is based on Samuel D. Hunter’s 2012 play of the same name. Fraser won the 2023 Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the exciting film. Along with him, Hong Chau received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress. The whale also came home with an Oscar in the Best Makeup and Hairstyling category.
According to What’s on Netflix, The whale Coming to Netflix on November 1stamong the slate of films arriving on Netflix on the same day, including the Jen Linley and Matthew Morrison-led Christmas romance film, A Parisian waltz, Tom Cruise’s sci-fi thriller Oblivion, RL Stone’s adaptation of Jack Black Goosebumps, Hunter X Hunter: The Last Mission, Hunter X Hunter: Phantom Rouge and many others. The whale was one of the best films released in 2021. Although it received significant praise from the press, the film also attracted controversy for its approach to food addiction and obesity.
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Brendan Fraser, Sadie Sink, Hong Chau
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Oscar-winning films
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A24 Films
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Controversial psychological drama
Why You Should Whale Watch
Branden Fraser’s best performance yet
The film A24 isn’t here to make viewers comfortable, and it shouldn’t because of its subject matter. The gripping story delves deep into the life of a man who is trapped in his apartment with his heart, while also making many deliberate choices that allow viewers to feel Charlie’s struggle and entrapment in The Whale.
Charlie is an English teacher who teaches online. Every day, Charlie struggles to get up and do basic tasks, but he doesn’t leave his apartment. The only person who visits him is his friend Liz, who checks on him between shifts, and when Charlie’s estranged daughter, who he left behind a decade ago, shows up, he’s trying everything he can to rekindle their relationship. The whale has Fraser’s best performance to date. He gives Charlie so much vulnerabilityshowing another side beyond the charm of its protagonist that made viewers fall in love with him in the 90s.
What Screen Rant said about The Whale:
“There is no doubt The whale marks the most important film of Brendan Fraser’s career and the one that cemented his incredible comeback story… The film was divisive among critics, with many criticizing the film’s portrayal of the main character. However, there is no denying the power of Fraser’s performance, giving him a role unlike any other he has had in his career thus far.”
– #1 in 14 Best Brendan Fraser Movies Ranked
Our opinion on the whale
It clarifies the eating disorder with sensitivity
The film’s treatment ensures that Charlie’s eating disorder is not invisible. Fraser has a unique take on Charlie as he approaches the challenges and complexity of the disorder from different angles, although it can almost seem misleading in some ways. Despite the controversial aspect of the film, Fraser’s performance really shines in the frame and makes the film memorable.
Charlie’s humor sparks nostalgia as it reminds fans of Fraser in The mummy. He is warm and kind, good-natured and tender. The film does not lack moments of beauty and hope, despite tackling difficult themes. The whale takes viewers on an emotional journey of laughter, tears, empathy and self-discovery while sensitively shining a light on eating disorders.
Source: What’s on Netflix