Released in 2003, the film “Monster” is a biographical crime-drama directed by Patty Jenkins. The film revolves around the life of Aileen Wuornos, portrayed by Charlize Theron, a former prostitute who became one of America’s most notorious female serial killers. The film is based on the real-life story of Wuornos, who killed seven men in Florida between 1989 and 1990.

Theron’s portrayal of Wuornos is exceptional as she completely immerses herself into the character. Theron undergoes a complete transformation for the role, gaining weight, shaving her eyebrows, and altering the shape of her face. She was also fully committed to Wuornos’ intense emotional state, which was brought on by auditory and visual hallucinations. Theron’s performance was so convincing that she went on to win the Best Actress Academy Award in 2004.

The film begins with a few disgusting images of Wuornos, who is homeless and hitchhiking in Florida in the early 1980s. She is picked up by a man who beats and rapes her, marking the beginning of Wuornos’ downward spiral. She meets a woman named Selby, played by Christina Ricci, and the two develop a romantic relationship. Selby is at the forefront of Wuornos’ gradual descent into madness, as Wuornos becomes increasingly unstable due to being forced to support both her and her partner’s living expenses while having to keep her prostitution job.

Wuornos’ first murder is a man who brutally rapes her, and the ensuing murders are acts of desperation that escalated from Wuornos’ efforts to defend herself from men. The story unfolds, covering Wuornos’ seven male victims and her eventual capture by law enforcement.

Throughout the film, Wuornos’ depressing and chaotic life seems to spiral out of control, with no clear path to a happier ending. Her struggles and desperation influence her behavior and ultimately led to her violent reactions. While Wuornos is portrayed sympathetically, the film doesn’t attempt to excuse her murders or make her a hero of any sort. She is depicted as a deeply flawed, tragic figure.

The film provides many insights into the criminal justice system, the sex trade, and independent contractors working in the street. Wuornos is somewhat of an anti-hero, and the viewer can easily sympathize with her struggles. The ambivalence created makes for an engaging film and forces the viewer to examine the issues presented in the film from a different perspective.

The cinematography of the movie had been cited as one of its powerful elements. Jenkins skillfully captures the sense of despair, her camera frequently focusing up close, personal, and claustrophobic. The soundtrack excellently complements the film’s overall bleak tone.

In conclusion, “Monster” is a powerful film that is both brutally honest and emotionally compelling. It portrays Wuornos’ story in a raw and honest way while providing an insightful look into her life, the crime that she committed, and the realities of life as a former prostitute. The film brought to light the unjust treatment of women and forced the viewers to empathize and stronger stand against the systemic injustices that are experienced by those who are most vulnerable. Charlize Theron’s outstanding performance, combined with the excellent writing and direction by Patty Jenkins, makes “Monster” a must-watch.

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