Don't cough, don't gag To tell the truth, I set out not to write reviews anymore as this was completely pointless. However, on this case, I was determined to lay out one due to the fact I'm an ardent fan of Marilyn. This flick is not a turkey at all, but I simply can't grasp why filmmakers are so adamant to continue making movies about Norma Jean. Though I absolutely get the idea of honouring a person (as Marilyn has unfortunately become nowadays a legendary image, sex icon or even pretty bombshell to exploit in the modern films, but not a person to understand).
The picture is quite disturbing and somewhat horrendous - all the discreet feelings of hers were exposed, and, probably, the main goal was to portray her real personality. Despite that, I don't think it was executed correctly in some episodes. Everyone knows that her second husband Joe was immensely in love with her. Moreover, he was committed to cover all the funeral expenditures and had been sending bouquets of roses to her grave for almost 10 years. In spite of that, he was shown as a rapist and drunkard in this movie.
The acting was rather good and, to be frank, I don't grasp why it was nominated for 10 Golden Raspberry Awards. Sure, it was not a breakthrough and the topic about Monroe's private life is already well-worn, but I'm fully convinced that it was that hideous as most people suppose.
As a huge fan of Marilyn, I guess this flick was worth-watching, but, of course, not outstanding. Nevertheless, being really impartial, I would definitely say that her own individuality was more complex than just sheer desire and perseverance to be a mother and a decent wife.