Added to Plex on Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024 Genius portrays the gripping narrative of Max Perkins, a literary editor at Scribner, who played a pivotal role in shaping the works of prominent authors like Thomas Wolfe, Ernest Hemingway, and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Set against the backdrop of the bustling literary scene of 1920s New York, this biographical drama explores the complex relationships and profound impact Perkins had on the literary giants of his time, blending historical richness with emotional depth to explore the nuances of creativity and friendship within the literary world.
You can watch “Genius” for FREE on Plex in Canada.
Length: 1h 44m
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
This Title is: Insightful, Engaging
Cast
Colin Firth, Jude Law, Nicole Kidman, Laura Linney, Guy Pearce
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Includes some mature thematic elements and suggestive content
Trivia
- The film was part of the competition for the Golden Bear at the 66th Berlin International Film Festival.
- None of the main American literary figures in the film were played by American actors.
- The screenplay is based on the National Book Award-winning biography “Max Perkins: Editor of Genius” by A. Scott Berg.
Trailer
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While “Genius” offers an intellectually stimulating look at some of the 20th century’s most iconic literary figures, the film’s execution is somewhat uneven. The strong performances, particularly by Jude Law and Colin Firth, stand out, and the dialogue often sparkles with wit. However, the film’s pace is sluggish at times, and some critics found the treatment of its subject matter to lack subtlety. Overall, it presents a compelling if flawed portrait of literary creation and collaboration.
