A Top Three Performance of All Time - Monster

Rating: 9/10 (17 November 2019)

This biopic is based on a true story; an unbelievably tragic and true story. The performance of Charlize Theron is one of the top three performances I have ever seen by an actress. I have seen over 20,000 films. The direction is perfect; the production values are perfect. The script is hair-raising and tragic. And as terrible as this woman's crimes were, there was an excellent case for her not to get the death penalty. The film is mesmerizing from beginning to end. Each actor, Bruce Dern and Christina Ritchie are letter-perfect. The story is dark and depressing and makes most noir movies look like Disney films in comparison. Patty Jenkins has produced a film that reached heights that neither she, nor Charlize Theron will ever reach again. They will both make many more talented projects; but none will ever reach the height of this film.