Bombshell

Bombshell is the dramatized story behind the atrocious behavior and sexual assault lawsuits aimed at Roger Ailes. With an all-star cast, led by Charlize Theron as Megyn Kelly, Nicole Kidman as Gretchen Carlson, and Margot Robbie as Kayla Pospisil, they were able to showcase this horrible environment and how they were all able to fight back. 

This story is one that made headlines a few years ago but it was interesting to see the plot played out. It showcased all the toxicity behind the scenes, the harassing and downright creepy behavior that was encouraged from top to bottom by the men at Fox, the women bashing to protect Roger, and the sacrifices it took to start to make changes in that workplace.

I thought that the script was written well and moved at a proper pace; it kept me engaged throughout. The cinematography and specifically the editing were done well, it really elevated the anxiety of the situation. I appreciated how the story was told from the female perspective with three strong leads. The acting was superb from them and the rest of the cast, especially that from John Lithgow as Roger Ailes, Allison Janney as attorney, Susan Estrich, Kate McKinnon as Fox co-worker Jess Carr, and Connie Britton as Roger Ailes' wife, Beth. There was also great make up and costumes, especially for Charlize who looked just like Megyn Kelly.

Overall this was a story of women banning together to take the power away from a predator. Regardless of what side you are on politically you can relate to these women and feel for their situation. It was a compelling drama that was worth watching.