Biography, the protagonist is the legendary John Wilmert from the British restoration dynasty in the 17th century. He obtained an Oxford Master of Arts at the age of 14. Because his father had sheltered Charles II when he was in trouble, he was regarded as a friend by the latter . However, Britain at that time was in the most luxurious and corrupt era after the Renaissance. He was immersed in it, wandering between pubs, brothels, theaters, and courts all day long, but he could not restrain the pain caused by the violent conflict between reality and heart. Therefore, on the one hand, they behaved licentiously, indulged in alcoholism, told explicit jokes, and wrote obscene poems; on the other hand, they often used poems and dramas to mock the absurdity of the so-called nobility and court life. Unable to discipline himself, he angered the king, was exiled many times, and only lived to be 33 years old.
The film begins with him being recalled to the court by Charles II again. The king not only hoped that he would be the pride of his own time, just like Elizabeth Shakespeare; he also hoped that he would become a true royal literati, the endorsement of the court, and generous speeches to kill his opponents in the House. However, Wilmert was so thoughtful that he couldn't restrain his free, radical, yet tired of the world.
Wilmert met a woman, Elizabeth Barry. In the eyes of everyone, she is a failed actor, in his eyes, she is an angel that touches his heart. Her naturalistic performance style was accepted by more people under his guidance and support. However, her pursuit of life is also naturalistic, so her relationship with Wilmert has always been in a state of constant scrutiny and chaos.
In Charles II's reception of foreign envoys, Wilmert wrote and directed an indulgent and absurd opera. After that, he took the initiative to give up his status as a nobleman and enter the folks. He met a man, an unknown and handsome actor, and he aroused feelings of homosexuality.
Wilmert, who was afflicted by syphilis, had ulcers on his face and sores all over his body, but he still sneered at the world. He appeared at Charles II's party with white powder on his face, a strange mask on his nose, and scarlet lips, just like Satan, facing the nobleman who was indulged in extravagant life, he made the most arrogant and terrifying "confession".
he died. twice. First in Barry's play, then in the arms of his wife.
Wilmert’s story is easily reminiscent of Thad, who wrote "120 Days of Sodom," and the mysterious poet Rimbaud—both are maverick "monsters." Many professional film critics have criticized the "overuse" of plot structure, costume installation, and director photography, but without exception, they have praised Johnny Depp to the cloud. Obviously, he can afford it. Looking at the literary Wilmert, you would never think of the commercial Captain Jack, although they are equally eye-catching.
I like certain lines in the film.
For example, after Wilmert laughed at himself as a male monkey who knew his genealogy, he said that his wife was "a flashy female monkey who is complacent about the gorgeousness of the cage." For example, Barry said to Wilmert: "You can spend 1 British pounds buy my spring night, but you won’t, you want to conquer me... When a man no longer pays attention to a woman’s appearance, but turns to the heart, the man is finished." For example, Wilmert said casually "I Are the jealous of the golden age", "There are two kinds of people who don’t like you, one is stupid, and the other is jealous. After 5 years, stupid people will like you, and jealous people will never", "Life All attempts in the book are costly" and so on, which fits well with his identity as a poet.
The opening and closing dialogues are shining brightly under the interpretation of Johnny Depp. Especially the last sentence-Well, Do you like me now? Female fans probably don't say "Yes, I do".
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