Lee

This British biographical war drama arrived in 2023, and directing it gave Ellen Kuras her feature debut. The screenplay, written by Liz Hannah, John Collee, and Marion Hume, is based on the 1985 biography "The Lives of Lee Miller" by Antony Penrose. The film portrays the life of Lee Miller (Kate Winslet), a renowned photojournalist and model who served as a war correspondent for Vogue during World War II. The narrative follows her journey from modeling to war photography, her personal and professional relationships, and her struggle with inner demons post-war. The cast also includes Marion Cotillard as Solange d'Ayen, Andrea Riseborough as Audrey Withers, Andy Samberg as David Scherman, Alexander Skarsgård as Roland Penrose, and Josh O'Connor as Antony Penrose. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2023, and was released in the United Kingdom on September 13, 2024. It received positive reviews from critics, particularly praising Kate Winslet's performance, and grossed $23.5 million worldwide.