Uninspired nonsense

Rating: 3/10 (11 February 2017)

The problem with 'Jackie' is that there is absolutely no hook. There's no aspect to the story that is worthy of being told. The JFK assassination is a fascinating event in the history of America, but that is not really what this film is about. This is simply about a grieving woman. There are millions of woman around the world grieving, but this movie deems one of them more important than the rest. Is it justified? Well, the movie certainly didn't lead me to believe so.
Natalie Portman has been nominated for Best Actress in a Lead Role at the Academy Awards. She is the only good thing about this film. She nailed her portrayal and plays all the emotional scenes very well. Had the film been stronger I think she could have been a genuine chance of winning the award. I think she was stronger in her performance than Emma Stone, however the film itself will be seen as significantly weaker, and that will hurt her chances.
The only people I can see getting any enjoyment out of this film are people who have a personal interest in the Kennedy family and the events surrounding that terrible time. For anyone else you will find yourself treated to 100 minutes of uninteresting dribble. If that sounds like you, go ahead and enjoy yourself.