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In simpler terms, the first directorial project by Scarlett Johansson, titled “Eleanor The Great,” was met with a variety of opinions during its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.

On Tuesday afternoon, the long-awaited movie of the famous Hollywood actor premiered for the first time during a exclusive showing at the 78th edition of the glamorous festival full of stars.

The film featuring June Squibb in the main character garnered significant acclaim during the festival, earning a five-minute standing ovation and causing emotional reactions of both tears and cheers among the audience.

On the other hand, the reception was rather divided, with some finding it shaky and unpersuasive, while others were moved by its intensity and emotional impact.

Eleanor the Great finds that June, who became Jewish through her marriage, becomes part of a senior social club that turns out to be exclusively for Holocaust survivors.

Yearning for connection and camaraderie, I found myself drawn to share Bessie’s heart-wrenching tale of her family’s harrowing experiences during the Holocaust as if it were my own personal history. However, this intimate bond between us soon unraveled in a public arena, revealing the truth behind my impassioned storytelling.

The movie that Scarlett had directed based on Tory Kamen’s script garnered a favorable response when it debuted at Cannes, earning a standing ovation lasting for five minutes.

Experiencing my directorial debut premiere at the film festival was nothing short of a breathtaking dream come true, surreal in every sense. I found myself deeply moved by the overwhelmingly positive reception, savoring each moment with a heart full of gratitude.

95-year-old leading actress June was met with excited yells and applause as the credits concluded, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Meanwhile, some spectators found themselves moved to tears.

Nevertheless, the launch received mixed reactions, with various international media outlets offering both positive and negative appraisals.

As a devoted admirer, I can say that The Hollywood Reporter played a significant role in labeling Scarlett’s debut as ‘tentative’ and ‘incomplete’. Their critique suggested that the film faced challenges in finding its rhythm, even with a promising narrative structure driven by well-crafted characters.

The movie switches between humorous scenes and more serious moments, and although Scarlett Johansson demonstrates capable directing skills, the significant shifts in tone sometimes feel jarring and hard to balance.

The Playlist, too, found itself split, pondering if spectators felt that Scarlett delivered less than expected given her long-spanning career, while noting the narrative as fragmented or episodic.

In reference to the prestigious directors June Johansson has collaborated with throughout her 25-year career, some people had high hopes and thought we might see a more remarkable production. However, they ended up lauding June as the movie’s redeeming factor instead.

The release was labeled by Variety as a “less-than-impressive crowd-favorite,” and although they commended June’s act, the overall response was somewhat divided.

According to critic Owen Gleiberman, the film seems to be striving for award recognition in all aspects. Moreover, he pointed out that it constantly attempts to elicit laughter from its audience.

However, not every critic shared the negative sentiment; some other media outlets gave it more favorable reviews, commending its intense power and raw emotional depth.

As an utterly smitten fan, I can hardly contain my excitement when I say that Deadline praised Scarlett’s breathtaking debut as “wonderfully intricate” and found Eleanor’s tale to be “exquisitely brought to life,” leaving me completely awestruck by the sheer emotional impact.

‘There won’t be a dry eye in the house for this one,’ Pete Hammond wrote.

Scarlett’s debut left The Times enchanted, with critic Ed Potton stating that it struck a remarkable balance between evoking tears and eliciting hearty laughter.

In his assessment, he awarded a commendable four-stars, stating that “Johansson and the outstanding ensemble skillfully handle the crucial scenes and delight in the minor ones.

In the movie “Eleanor The Great,” we have an impressive ensemble with actors such as Chiwetel Ejiofor known for playing Mark Darcy in Bridget Jones, Erin Kellyman who played Willow from the latest Star Wars trilogy, and Jessica Hecht recognized for her role in Friends.

Initially, screenwriter Tory Kamen drew inspiration for the main character, Eleanor, from his deceased grandmother Elinore, who was 99 years old and passed away in the year 2020.

Previously on Instagram, Tory expressed that the current version of this script surpasses anything they had ever imagined after eight years of continuous refining and revisions.

‘I only wish my grandma Elinore were here to see this but famously, she did not read the trades.’ 

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2025-05-21 00:44

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