Highly Anticipated Film Poor Things Directed by Giorgos Lanthimos to Hit Dutch Cinemas Soon, Following Success of The Favorite

The upcoming film, Poor Things, will soon be available in Dutch cinemas. Directed by Giorgos Lanthimos, known for his previous successes with The Lobster and The Favorite, the film is highly anticipated. The Favorite, released in 2018, received widespread critical acclaim and garnered 10 Oscar nominations.

Lead actress Olivia Colman took home the award for Best Actress.Now streaming on Netflix, The Favorite is described as an "offbeat, historical drama" with LGBTI themes. The film features a stellar cast including Emma Stone, Nicholas Hoult, and Rachel Weisz.

With a 93 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, The Favorite has impressed critics, though the audience score on the site is slightly lower at 70 percent. On IMDb, the film holds a solid rating of 7.5 after receiving over 220 thousand votes.

Critics have praised Olivia Colman's performance in The Favorite, with Frank Stol describing her portrayal as both ruthless queen and childlike in his three-star review. The nuanced performance captivated audiences and added depth to the character of Queen Anne.For viewers interested in seeing The Favorite before Poor Things hits theaters, the film is currently available on Netflix.

The synopsis follows an ailing Queen Anne as she struggles to maintain control of her kingdom amidst war, while her confidante and a cunning young rival vie for her affections.