The new movie, “The
Favourite” features Olivia Colman as Queen Anne, Emma Stone as Abigail Hill, and
Rachel Weisz as Sarah Churchill. A.O. Scott’s New York Times review provides a
nice simple summary of the film, which weaves a complicated tale:
In January
1711, Queen Anne, the last Stuart monarch to occupy the British throne,
appointed a former chambermaid named Abigail Hill to be Keeper of the Privy
Purse, thus decisively reversing the fortunes of Sarah Churchill, the Duchess
of Marlborough, who had previously been among the queen’s most trusted advisers.
"The Favourite” compellingly
represents the rivalry between two very strong-willed women for the attention
and affection of Queen Anne. The film also provides an excellent feel for life
in the British royal court in the early 1700s, with all the elaborate clothing,
make-up and hair styles worn by both men and women. I have to admit that I did
not always understand exactly what was going on in the story, so I was not sure
whether I appreciated it. But looking back on it a few hours later I realize
that I emerged with a very definite overall feeling of the characters and the
lives they lived so many years ago, which made it an enjoyable period piece.
Speaking of period pieces, Simmie and Dina and their hubbies went to a 40th birthday party for a friend at which the guests were encouraged to dress and bring party favors reminiscent of the 1980s. I could not resist sharing a few pictures here.
Ronen’s wig is reminiscent of the ones worn by the
British royalty in the 18th century.
At least the bitter cold has passed for a bit. Stay warn and dry and healthy!
Love,
Rebecca
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