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The Favourite

The Favourite

In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah governs the country in her stead. When a new servant Abigail arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah.

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The Real-Life Rivalry That Inspired 'The Favourite'

The Real-Life Rivalry That Inspired 'The Favourite'

In the Oscar-winning period piece The Favourite, two clever, ambitious ladies-in-waiting in early 18th-century England compete for the favor—and romantic
‘The Favourite’ Wins Big At The 32nd European Film Awards

‘The Favourite’ Wins Big At The 32nd European Film Awards

Yorgos Lanthimos’s “The Favourite” scooped the 32nd European Film Awards, winning best film, best comedy and best actress for Olivia Colman who previously won an Academy Award for…
‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ ‘The Favourite,’ ‘Atlanta’ Win ACE Editing Awards

‘Bohemian Rhapsody,’ ‘The Favourite,’ ‘Atlanta’ Win ACE Editing Awards

Queen biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody” and period romp “The Favourite” walked away with top film honors at the 69th annual ACE Eddie Awards Friday night. Both films were nominated…
Screenwriters Deborah Davis & Tony McNamara Break Down Their Long, Gratifying Journeys With ‘The Favourite’

Screenwriters Deborah Davis & Tony McNamara Break Down Their Long, Gratifying Journeys With ‘The Favourite’

A visionary director who had written or co-written each of his films since starting out in 1995, Yorgos Lanthimos changed tack with his latest effort, The Favourite, collaborating with screenwriter…
The Favourite reviewed by Mark Kermode

The Favourite reviewed by Mark Kermode

Mark Kermode reviews The Favourite. Two cousins engage in deception and political wrangling as they vie for favour with Queen Anne. Please tell us what you t...
Yorgos Lanthimos on His Unconventional Film Training Before 'The Favourite'

Yorgos Lanthimos on His Unconventional Film Training Before 'The Favourite'

Lanthimos, the Greek director known for his unique sensibility on previous films like 'The Lobster' and 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer,' also explained why breaking the rules isn't as easy as it looks during THR's Director Roundtable.

'The Favourite' Leads Nominations for London Critics' Circle Awards

'The Favourite' Leads Nominations for London Critics' Circle Awards

'Roma' and 'Cold War' are also among the frontrunners, while there was some major love shown for 'You Were Never Really Here' and 'The Happy Prince.'
‘The Favourite,’ ‘Black Panther,’ ‘First Man’ Lead Critics’ Choice Movie Nominations

‘The Favourite,’ ‘Black Panther,’ ‘First Man’ Lead Critics’ Choice Movie Nominations

Fox Searchlight’s “The Favourite,” directed by rising art-house star Yorgos Lanthimos, led the field of film nominees for the 24th annual Critics’ Choice Awards, the Broadca…
Yorgos Lanthimos’ ‘The Favourite’ wins major prizes at the British Independent Film Awards

Yorgos Lanthimos’ ‘The Favourite’ wins major prizes at the British Independent Film Awards

A huge success.

British Independent Film Awards: ‘The Favourite’ Wins A Record Ten Awards

Yorgos Lanthimos’s acclaimed comedy-drama The Favourite won a record ten awards at the British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) in London tonight. The film won Best British Independent Film, Be…

‘The Favourite’ Scores Five Early British Independent Film Awards

The British Independent Film Awards has set a handful of early winners with Yorgos Lanthimos’ The Favourite scoring five prizes. Lynne Ramsay’s You Were Never Really Here picked up two, while Bart …