"Angelina Jolie shows honesty and courage in tackling a story that mirrors her own experience of having a double mastectomy to prevent breast cancer."
"Maxine is stunned to receive the news of her breast cancer diagnosis, realizing her planned new movie may have to be put on hold or abandoned."
"The script from writer-director Alice Winocour is often frankly glib, failing to provide the depth needed for such a poignant subject."
"Despite the film's shortcomings, Jolie's star quality is always there, making her performance a highlight amidst the shallow storytelling."
Angelina Jolie portrays Maxine, an indie filmmaker in Paris, facing a breast cancer diagnosis. The film features an ensemble cast, including Ada, a model from South Sudan, and Angele, a makeup artist. Maxine's journey is intertwined with the fashion world, but the script lacks depth and often feels superficial. The plot involving Ada's ankle injury parallels Maxine's denial of her diagnosis, yet it fails to develop meaningfully. Despite the film's shortcomings, Jolie's performance shines through, showcasing her star quality amidst a glib narrative.
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