Netflix bought Natalie Portman’s new movie after it was shown for the first time at the Cannes Film Festival.

Standing Ovation at Cannes

The Hollywood Reporter says that the streaming giant will release “May December” after its first screening got a six-minute standing ovation.

About the Movie

In the movie, Portman plays an actress named Elizabeth who is cast in a role about a woman who falls in love with a man 23 years younger than her and has a baby with him. The story gets much attention in the tabloids.

The narrative follows the main character as they embark on a journey to Georgia to meet with Gracie and Joe, who are inspired by a genuine pair. Julianne Moore and Charles Melton step into their roles, depicting them two decades after their story captured the nation’s attention.

The Plot

In the upcoming film “May December,” Portman’s character meets a couple about to become empty nesters as their twin children are off to university. The character reflects on their current lifestyle and compares it to their past when they first got together. Despite receiving hate mail, the couple has a nice house from selling their wedding photos and are well-liked within their community. The film has received positive reviews, with Portman and Moore delivering strong performances.

Tension and Drama

The tension between the characters rises as one wants to bring up the past while the other wants to bury it. The film also features shades of light and darkness for female leads and a scene-stealing performance from Cory Michael Smith as Georgie, Gracie’s eldest son from her previous marriage. “May December” will be released on Netflix and in cinemas with more details.