Thoughts on Spencer (2021)?

I just watched the trailer, and I’m struggling to see where exactly Stewart's "exceptional acting" is hiding. Her version of Diana's melancholic features basically boils down to "tilt your head slightly and look like you're perpetually on the verge of tears."

And her charisma? About as captivating as a cardboard box.

I’ve been saying it for years now—Kristen is an incredible actress, but people just won't stop dismissing her because of that whole Twilight saga thing... honestly, it's so unfair. But man, with this role? She finally showed everyone exactly what she’s capable of! It wasn't even acting at this point; she was just *living* the character. I actually got chills seeing how convincingly she stepped into Diane's shoes. Every single expression, every little emotion... it was just spot on. 🙏
As for the movie itself, I absolutely loved it. Just stunningly shot. There's something about those handheld camera shots that I just can't get enough of—it feels so much more raw, you know? And the set design? Gorgeous. The whole thing felt like pure magic.

Kristen's acting was actually great here, 🙏 but let's be real... the movie itself? Total snooze fest.

It’s a gutsy genre pivot—definitely not your standard, cookie-cutter biopic. Personally, I loved how they leaned into those horror elements; using the setting to amplify the tension was a smart move. It’s one of those rare films where you know exactly what you're getting into from the very first scene (that pearl-eating bit is wild), and it stays true to its dark tone until the credits roll.

Look, it isn't perfect, and it certainly isn't some cinematic masterpiece, but the visuals are stunning. Plus, Kristen Stewart carries the weight of the whole thing effortlessly—she really nails that heightened, hyper-stylized portrayal of mental instability.