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Miller was denied access to Hitler’s apartment because it was “for officers only”
Scenario
The story of American photographer Lee Miller, a fashion model who became a famous war correspondent for Vogue magazine during World War II. Based on "The Life of Lee Miller" the only authorized biography of Lee Miller’s life, written by her own son, Anthony Penrose, and published in 1985. " War correspondents were given the rank of captain, so technically US Army security had to take it.. Lee Miller: [Hands a knife to a girl he’s just saved from rape] Next time cut it..
death embedded in her photographs
The closing credits have some " ;what happened to" explanations; and some of Lee’s original photos, often alongside those that were recreated for the film.. Featured on The 7PM Project: Episode 21 October 2024 (2024). "Lee" fulfills its vision: To tell the truth about Lee Miller and in doing so to tell the truth about life, pain, joy and amp. The way the audience sees everything through Kate Winslet’s eyes as she uses every single eye movement, mouth/lip crease, breath, etc.
Lee is not for war
I like that the movie doesn’t have to show the already familiar shocking scenes, but we CAN SEE them just by looking at them through Kate’s eyes. That’s what makes the film so powerful. It’s about a beautiful woman who’s also intelligent, genuine and daring (which is why Kate is perfect for Lee Miller’s role). The IMMEASURABLE challenges she faced to seek the truth, and then to tell the truth by recording these images.
The efficiency of 2 slamming doors
The well-known bathtub scene is magical. The careful pre-construction of one of the most iconic images is worth the price in itself. The film manages to bring in a certain festivity, as if giving the audience a much-needed respite at this historic moment. Brilliant.
I discovered new important details & honors every time
There’s also some fun "drunk acting" which brings levity to some of the most horrific circumstances of World War II. I have seen this film 4 times at TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival): 2 public screenings and 2 press & industrial projections, from 4 different places in the theater, on purpose.