Suffragette

Focus Features | Release Date: October 23, 2015

6.7	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 94 Ratings

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NerdConsultantJan 12, 2016

Suffragette is a well made movie with some amazing performances especially from Carey Mulligan, Anne-Marie Duff, Ben Whishaw and Brendon Gleason. i do find it slightly weird that Meryl Streep was heavily advertised when her role is basicallySuffragette is a well made movie with some amazing performances especially from Carey Mulligan, Anne-Marie Duff, Ben Whishaw and Brendon Gleason. i do find it slightly weird that Meryl Streep was heavily advertised when her role is basically a cameo but she does a good job. honestly i think the problem that stops it being an excellent film is that it's slightly too long and repetitive but it's themes of the fight for equality and reminding us of our dark recent past more than make up for it… Expand

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TVJerryNov 12, 2015

Some young people I've talked to have no idea what the title means, even thought the story carries as much import as other struggles for equality. It's set in 1912, when the movement for women's right to vote was reaching a tipping point inSome young people I've talked to have no idea what the title means, even thought the story carries as much import as other struggles for equality. It's set in 1912, when the movement for women's right to vote was reaching a tipping point in London. Carey Mulligan suppresses her signature sweet smile to play a beleaguered working class woman who’s drawn into the fight to become an activist. The movie creates a bleak time with earnest detail, although the cinematography is sometimes muddy and the thick accents occasionally hinder comprehension. It's a fascinating history lesson that builds tension and outrage, but lacks the emotional punch that could have made it masterfully moving.… Expand

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bishwo370Jan 28, 2016

very excellent movie, real cause to fight, needy cause to fight, reality based movie. Inspiring, encouraging and heartwarming. I loved the movie, I went to 1912 and felt the situation.

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username174Nov 23, 2015

One of the best movies I've watched. The acting of all the actresses was outstanding. It brought tears to my eyes on many occasions and it also made me understand an important and serious part of history which later led me to furtherOne of the best movies I've watched. The acting of all the actresses was outstanding. It brought tears to my eyes on many occasions and it also made me understand an important and serious part of history which later led me to further investigation. Everybody clapped at the cinema when the movie ended. It was absolutely wonderful and everyone seemed to have been touched by it. To every single person involved in the making of this epic movie, I want to say thank you.… Expand

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DanBurritoOct 24, 2015

I really like historical dramas so I was interested in seeing this. Having just come back from seeing it, I will say it did not disappoint me. Just as a warning, Meryl Streep is only in the movie for about four minutes, despite beingI really like historical dramas so I was interested in seeing this. Having just come back from seeing it, I will say it did not disappoint me. Just as a warning, Meryl Streep is only in the movie for about four minutes, despite being top-billed but nevertheless, she still manages to steal the scene. Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne-Marie Duff and Brendan Gleeson were all brilliant in their roles and my biggest problem was the camera-there were some scenes where it was a bit shaky and unfocused which I found a bit distracting. The film was full of heartbreaking moments so I recommend you bring a handkerchief. Overall, a powerful, moving drama that is destined to be nominated for a few Oscars.… Expand

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Waffles09Oct 31, 2015

Seeing those mixed and negative reviews, for what is a great film led by a powerful cast (i.e. Streep, Mulligan), I guess people still have issues with feminism.

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Brent_MarchantOct 31, 2015

A well-made period piece chronicling the fight that helped earn women the right to vote in England. The film's fine performances and excellent production values stand out, though its script, with its mix of real and fictitious characters,A well-made period piece chronicling the fight that helped earn women the right to vote in England. The film's fine performances and excellent production values stand out, though its script, with its mix of real and fictitious characters, tends to skew the authenticity somewhat. A good viewing option for a rainy Saturday afternoon.… Expand

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YellowKirbyOct 24, 2015

When I went into this movie, I wasn't expecting excellence or anything... but wow, it was good! The beginning is a bit fast paced, but as the movie developed, it became even more intriguing and better paced. Although Meryl Streep is only inWhen I went into this movie, I wasn't expecting excellence or anything... but wow, it was good! The beginning is a bit fast paced, but as the movie developed, it became even more intriguing and better paced. Although Meryl Streep is only in it for like, ten seconds, she still works her magic and does an amazing performance, as does Carey Mulligan. This was a brilliant movie and I would recommend it to everyone who's in to this genre.… Expand

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BeeceeNov 13, 2015

This film is dominated by Carey Mulligan's gripping performance of a working class wife and mother who joins the first wave women's movement's campaign for women's votes. Despite the somewhat melodramatic tone, Carey and the other actressesThis film is dominated by Carey Mulligan's gripping performance of a working class wife and mother who joins the first wave women's movement's campaign for women's votes. Despite the somewhat melodramatic tone, Carey and the other actresses kept me glued to the screen. It also brings up issues relevant to today's social movements, such as, is violence ever acceptable in pursuit of social justice? The combination of real and fictitious characters worked for me, and the production values were good. This film will hopefully enlighten many people who are not aware of this slice o history.… Expand

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SpangleJan 24, 2016

Suffragette has its fair share of issues. As it argues in favor of women's voting rights and equality as a whole, it is astounding to me that some of its major female characters were fictitious. Our protagonist is a fictitious character.Suffragette has its fair share of issues. As it argues in favor of women's voting rights and equality as a whole, it is astounding to me that some of its major female characters were fictitious. Our protagonist is a fictitious character. Where there really no women worthy of having the film centered around them? I find that hard to believe. This, along with some other liberties taken, hold it back a bit to me. However, fortunately, there was more than enough to outweigh that. The direction from Sarah Gavron is great and the film is very well paced and never really drags, which is a major plus. In fact, for a historical drama, the film is truly thrilling at times. However, the main reason I truly enjoyed Suffragette is Carey Mulligan. She was phenomenal and a truly turned in one of the year's best performances. She was extraordinary and truly delivered a commanding and powerful performance as the fictional Maud Watts. The film also did a great job portraying everything these women gave up in their battle, namely their families. That is a level of sacrifice that has to be respected. Overall, Suffragette is an inspiring and powerful film that I wish was grounded with more historical facts and less interpretation and alteration, but was nonetheless a very good and very well made film.… Expand

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JNBJul 16, 2016

I loved the movie but I was not impressed with the list of countries showing when women got the vote. It left out Canada! Shame. It isn't like the British don't know who we are and when we got the vote.

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NickLikesMoviesDec 27, 2015

Has a strong message and Carey Mulligan is great, but the execution failed to ever captivate me. The camerawork is very sloppy, and director Sarah Gavon didn't mesh scenes together well, and paced the film poorly.

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LeZeeApr 4, 2016

A revolution that fought within a nation, within a race, within a family.

Biographical movies are always fascinating. If it is not something worthy, the movie would have not taken up the shape. It was a very good movie, and a veryA revolution that fought within a nation, within a race, within a family.

Biographical movies are always fascinating. If it is not something worthy, the movie would have not taken up the shape. It was a very good movie, and a very important historical subject. It has been 100 years since and now the world we live-in is much different and better. I think after thousands of years, now the women got their freedom.

I thought I knew this story very well, but it was 'Made in Dagenham' which is quite similar to this which is also based on the real. Both the stories take place 50 years apart, but this one was the beginning of a new era for women, not without sacrifices and sufferings.

Great actors, great actings, awesome storytelling, cinematography at its best, direction was amazing and the music was so pleasant, but the method of dealing was a bit gruesome, and sometimes brutal. I thought the terrorism is a new word, but this movie gives a different perspective and meaning to that.

You would definitely love this film if you respect women. All women cast movie, including the director, but for everyone. It might have begun in the UK, but the entire planet saw a drastic change and still taking place in some places. I don't see any reason why I should not recommend it to you.

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smiyamotAug 4, 2016

I enjoy seeing movies that cover historical events that we learned about so briefly in school. It's very instructive to see what life was like so long ago and how it's still present in parts of the world today. Only voters make the laws, soI enjoy seeing movies that cover historical events that we learned about so briefly in school. It's very instructive to see what life was like so long ago and how it's still present in parts of the world today. Only voters make the laws, so if you don't have the vote, you get the short end of the stick.… Expand

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DogeGamer2015Jan 29, 2022

Es una película sobre la lucha de los derechos de las mujeres; es muy recomendable.

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