Had the afternoon off yesterday, and went to see Monster. I can see why they gave the Best Actress Oscar to Charlize Theron. Christina Ricci's performance here shouldn't be overlooked either.

I don't know how much of the film is true. I wasn't expecting a documentary of course, but Hollywood has never been known for factual accuracy when it comes to history and Monster is no exception. Even so, director Patty Jenkins doesn't allow the film to become bogged down in any moralising or social criticism. Her depiction of Wuornos focuses intensely on personal tragedy, letting it unfold in working-class suburban America, without sentimentality nor judgement.