6.5
The Idiot
1946
“Too much of a good thing is wonderful.”
Behind the Candelabra (2013)
May 26, 20131h 58mEN
6.6
825 votes
Overview
Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (much younger) lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted.
Director
Steven SoderberghWhere to Watch
Streaming availability for India
Stream
Top Billed Cast
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$23.0M
Revenue
$15.6M
Production Companies
Jerry Weintraub ProductionsHBO Films
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User Reviews
r96sk
8.0Terrific. First and foremost, I have to admit I knew nothing about Liberace - other than his name - before viewing this, therefore I don't know how much of it is accurate, made-up, exaggerated etc. That didn't stop me enjoying it, though. Michael Douglas (Liberace) and Matt Damon (Scott) do do a lot of the heavy lifting, both of them give tremendous performances - especially Douglas. They actually worked very well together, perfect casting. I found Rob Lowe amusing in this, not sure if I was supposed to but I did - not in a negative way in regards to Lowe, just the character of Dr. Jack…
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