paw post movie insider: The whale review

 Every once in a while we need a good tear jerker and The Whale fulfilled. In order to prepare for the upcoming Oscars this Sunday, I watched one of the most notable movies that has been nominated for 3 awards. I was very excited to see what Brendan Fraser would bring to the screen, and he didn’t disappoint. After taking a long break from acting, Fraser impressively portrayed a disconnected character trapped in his body. Following an obese man attempting to save his estranged relationship with his daughter before he dies, Fraser made me feel as sentimental as I can ever get towards a piece of media. Nothing in this movie was upbeat, which was the goal, so if you’re not looking for a depressing movie that will make you rethink your life, don’t watch this. Besides Fraser, the casting was perfect with Sadie Sink portraying his rebellious daughter, Hong Chau as his stern nurse, and Ty Simpkins as the determined missionary trying to get him to heaven. The best part about this film was the hidden meaning. Throughout the movie, the main character quotes an essay written by his daughter about the whale “Moby Dick.” This is ironic because not only is the movie named after a whale, but viewers may compare this story to Charlie’s life, considering his lifestyle. Charlie is also a person who always finds the best in people, which makes viewers feel even more sentimental towards him. The feeling of loneliness and misunderstanding in this film is loud and clear and Brendan Fraser deserves an Oscar after his amazing comeback on screen.