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Yorgos Lanthimos’s lavish, darkly comic drama The Favourite unfolds in early 18th‑century England, where frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) depends on her cunning adviser Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz). That is until a new servant Abigail (Emma Stone) catches the Queen’s eye and ignites an outrageous rivalry for her favour.

“ ★★★★ The Guardian. Yorgos Lanthimos brings scabrous energy to this dark comedy of 18th-century court intrigue and Colman excels herself. ” more
“ ★★★★★ The Irish Times. A masterpiece of palace intrigue" ” more
“ ★★★★★ Rolling Stone. Best of all, he makes us care about this women warriors who, without compromising their strength, also reveal their vulnerability and sorrow. It’s a creative burst that’s as profound as it is playful. ” more
“ Academy Award© 2019 - Best Actress - Olivia Colman ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Best Actress in a Leading Role - Olivia Colman ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Best actress in a Supporting Role - Rachel Weisz ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Best Original Screenplay - Deborah Davis and Tony McNamera ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Outstanding British Film - Yorgos Lanthimos, Ceci Dempsey, Ed Guiney, Lee Magiday, Deborah Davis, Tony McNamara ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Best Production Design - Fiona Crombie and Alice Felton ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Best Costume Design - Sandy Powell ” more
“ British Film Awards 2019 - Best Makeup and Hair - Nadia Stacey ” more
“ European Film Awards 2019 - Best European Film - Yorgos Lanthimos ” more
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