Plot
'Judy' is a biopic focusing on the life and times of Judy Garland, one of the most famous actresses and singers of her generation and an icon in the history of cinema. The biopic revolves around her life from when she arrived in London in the 60s, specifically in the winter of 1968, thirty years after the 'Wizard of Oz' premiere, to perform in her final concerts, for which the tickets were sold out in a few days despite some sources having been saying for sometimes that Judy's voice and strength were depleted. At the same time she tries to return to the stage, the ghosts that terrified her during her youth in Hollywood come back to haunt her once more. The movie will explore the different struggles faced by the iconic actress, such as her relationships with the musicians and the fans, as well as her courtship with Mickey Deans, the man who became her fifth husband. At 47 and after years of life in front of the cameras, Judy will have to face her insecurities, fueled by the goal of finding balance for herself and for her family.
The film will feature iconic musical numbers such as 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'. Renée Zellweger portrays Judy Garland, with other actors such as Rufus Sewell, Michael Gambon and Finn Wittrock, also joining the cast of the feature film, which is directed by Rupert Goold.
Awards
- 2020 Academy Awards (Oscars): 2 1
- 2020 Golden Globes: 1 1
- 2020 BAFTA Awards: 3 1
Cast
Director:
Judy Garland
Sidney Luft
Rosalyn Wilder
Mickey Deans
Bernard Delfont
Lorna Luft
Dan
Videos
July 9 2019
May 11 2019
Photos
Trivia
Bad treatments
The film addresses the harsh treatment Judy Garland received at MGM in the 1930s and 40s. They put her on a strict diet and gave her prescription medication to control her weight and to help her sleep or stay awake, medication she eventually became addicted to. She probably also received unwanted sexual advances by senior staff during those years much like her younger 'rival' Shirley Temple was forced to endure at Twentieth Century Fox during the same period.
The preparation of Zellweger
In preparation for her most challenging role to date, Renée Zellweger spent a year training with vocal coach Eric Vetro (La ciudad de las estrellas (La La Land) (2016)) before the production shoot even began, and then rehearsed for a further four months with musical director Matt Dunkley in order to master her vocals. Despite having sung in the movie musical Chicago (2002), portraying a legend such as Garland on screen was a daunting but truly gratifying experience for the actress.
Last year of life
The film investigates in Judy Garland's final year of life.
Recommended movies and tv shows Judy
2011
8
2012
6.7
2010
8.4
2013
7.8
2011
9
2010
8.6
2018
7.5
2011 - 2019
8.7
2009
7.5