I, Tonya, the true story of competitive ice skater Tonya Harding, and the unfortunate events that led to the end of her career is a movie well done. Directed by Craig Gillespie, the film is structured and captured in a way that’s engaging both in style and content.

I found myself impressed by all the performances. Robbie’s portrayal is memorable because of what she was able to achieve both physically and emotionally. There’s even been talk of how impressive her solo scene in front of the mirror is, and it really is. But the moment that moved me most happened in the courtroom, immediately following sentencing.

As Harding’s abusive mother, Allison Janney did brilliantly. This of course, didn’t surprise me, because Janney always delivers. Always. The hateful truth of her character was conveyed so perfectly in her entire being, and very clearly through her eyes. 

Until this movie, I hadn’t really seen Sebastian Stan in much, except his work in Marvel’s Captain America and Avengers movies. Because of what he did with his role as Harding’s abusive husband, I’m now more interested than ever before in what he does next. Another highlight in Gillespie’s film is the well-chosen music.

Watch I, Tonya for the performances and the story. In the meantime, I’m looking forward to Robbie’s next leading role in a drama.

Happy Film Loving,

G