The Favourite
Overview
The Favourite is a 2018 period black comedy drama film directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, set in early 18th-century England. The film stars Olivia Colman as Queen Anne, a frail, sickly, and emotionally unstable monarch; Rachel Weisz as Sarah Churchill, the Queen's close friend and advisor; and Emma Stone as Abigail Masham, Sarah's cousin who arrives at the palace and becomes a rival for the Queen's affection. The film is a darkly funny, visually stunning, and twisted exploration of power, jealousy, and the nature of friendship. It was a critical and commercial success, earning over $95 million on a $15 million budget. The film was nominated for ten Academy Awards, winning one for Best Actress for Olivia Colman. The film is a masterpiece of period filmmaking and a must-see for fans of Lanthimos's unique style. The film features a memorable, over-the-top performance by Olivia Colman as the childish, petulant Queen Anne.
