I should start by admitting that I've never read any of Thomas Wolfe's works. In a way, that makes Michael Grandage's "Genius" more interesting. There's a stark contrast between the flamboyant Wolfe (Jude Law) and the laid-back Maxwell Perkins (Colin Firth), reflecting the difference between Wolfe's first draft and the edited version.
I felt as though the rest of the characters didn't add much to the story except as supporting characters. Laura Linney in particular seemed wasted. Nevertheless, the movie is worth seeing. It's not any sort of masterpiece, and it definitely won't be for everyone. I just liked getting to learn about this piece of literary history.
I felt as though the rest of the characters didn't add much to the story except as supporting characters. Laura Linney in particular seemed wasted. Nevertheless, the movie is worth seeing. It's not any sort of masterpiece, and it definitely won't be for everyone. I just liked getting to learn about this piece of literary history.