Lee tells the remarkable true story of first female war photographer Lee Miller, brought to life by a riveting performance from Kate Winslet. From the glamour of Vogue to the horrors of World War II, this gripping drama dives deep into the life of a woman who refused to stay on the sidelines.
Genre: biography, drama, war
Language: English, subtitles: Dutch
Length: 1h 57m
American Lee Miller (1907-1977) began as a fashion model in the 1920s, then switched to photography, and would shoot iconic images for fashion magazine Vogue as a war photographer during WWII. Shortly after liberation, she also captured the horrors at concentration camps Dachau and Buchenwald. Everything is covered in this entertaining biopic, in which British actress Kate Winslet (who also co-produced the film) convinces without fail as the free-spirited, determined Miller. It’s not just a story of a photographer, but a captivating journey into courage and conscience.
This movie is a special screening because of our World Press Photo exhibition, which can be visited for free in the Atlas building from 2-24 September.
Awards
The film was nominated for Outstanding British Film of the Year at the BAFTAs. Kate Winslet also earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Performance by a Female Actor.
Reviews
“Lee is beautiful, daring, and elusive, as all great art should be. It’s a fitting tribute to a woman whose work exhibited the same qualities”. Film Threat
“Lee is a vivid and unforgettable tribute to one of the bold women who devoted her life to the penetration of male dominance to change the way we see the world. Don’t even think about missing it.” Observer
“Lee feeds the desire to seek out more of her images. Winslet’s performance demands that we consider the force behind the camera.” The New York Times
Ticket information
This film will be shown at Filmhuis De Zwarte Doos.
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Please be on time
The screening of the film begins promptly at 19:30 (with no pre-film advertisements), and the cinema hall will open at 19:10. We kindly request that you arrive at the ticket counter at least 10 minutes before the start of the film to ensure a smooth and timely experience for all.
The Studium Generale film program is created in collaboration with the Student Film Committee and Natlab.