Can You Ever Forgive Me?
A jaded, out-of-work biographer resorts to selling forged historical letters on the black market, and grapples with the ethical complications that arise, in Marielle Heller’s charming biopic about bestselling writer Lee Israel. Nominated for three Oscars: Best Actress (Melissa McCarthy), Best Male Supporter (Richard E. Grant) and Best Custom Scenario.
In CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME?, Melissa McCarthy stars as Lee Israel, the best-selling celebrity biographer (and cat lover) who made her living in the 1970’s and 80’s profiling the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead, Estée Lauder and journalist Dorothy Kilgallen. When Lee found herself unable to get published because she had fallen out of step with the marketplace, she turned her art form to deception, abetted by her loyal friend Jack. Nominated for two Golden Globes (best actress, best actor in a supporting role).