Charlize Theron deserves being up for the Academy Award

Rating: Null/10 (19 January 2004)

I had the pleasure of working with Charlize Theron a while back for a short time on Devil's Advocate...and I was instantly struck by what an amazingly beautiful young actress she was. I was also impressed by the way she carried and presented herself for such a young woman. She was not only talented but was extremely confident, feminine and elegant. She is truly one of the few actresses in Hollywood who express what the quintessential 'glamorous movie star' brings to mind. This is one of the main reasons I went to see Monster. I just couldn't believe she was cast in the role of 'Aileen Wuornos' of all people. Charlize as Aileen? I just couldn't see her in this role...probably exactly because of her beauty and elegance. Well...forgive me, Charlize. I underestimated you and I will never do it again. You gave a powerful and moving performance as Aileen, capturing her smallest jestures, deepest unspoken thoughts and emotions. I recommend this film to all who wish to see a superb performance and a true actress at work.