After its Oscar wins, there were questions about whether Darren Aronofsky's The Whale was based on a true story. The movie was met with critical acclaim, especially its incredible lead performance from Brendan Fraser at its center, and it had a fascinating story. The Whale followed an introverted English teacher named Charlie (Fraser), who lived with severe obesity and was trying to reconnect with his teenage daughter Ellie (Sadie Sink) years after he left his family for his gay lover. This guilt Charlie felt for his decision triggered his binge eating and weight gain.
The Whale drew controversy despite Fraser's comeback, specifically around criticisms of dehumanizing fatphobia. Fraser had both digital and practical effects applied to his performance so he could play a 600lb man. However, the wave of positivity around Fraser's Charlie took center stage even with these concerns, with Fraser receiving a standing ovation after TIFF's The Whale screening.
The Whale drew controversy despite Fraser's comeback, specifically around criticisms of dehumanizing fatphobia. Fraser had both digital and practical effects applied to his performance so he could play a 600lb man. However, the wave of positivity around Fraser's Charlie took center stage even with these concerns, with Fraser receiving a standing ovation after TIFF's The Whale screening.
- 11/3/2024
- by Kieran Devlin, Shawn S. Lealos
- ScreenRant
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