Film Review – Eleanor the Great

Scarlett Johansson has been acting for over 30 years, achieving incredible success and accolades during her time, becoming one of the most in-demand talents in Hollywood. It comes as something of a surprise to learn that “Eleanor the Great” is actually her feature-length directorial debut, finally stepping behind the camera to guide an understanding of coping behaviors and grief, with screenwriter Tory Kamen also making her debut. “Eleanor the Great” is a small picture about feelings and relationships, giving Johansson some breathing room as she deals with tone and the cast, making things a little easier for herself with a starring turn from June Squibb. Coming off her marvelous performance in 2024’s sublime “Thelma,” Squibb returns with another complex part, this time portraying a person attempting to manage her sadness through accidental lying. Johansson keeps her camera on Squibb for as long as possible, and the pair make a terrific team, finding the heart and soul in this lovely film. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com