The Elizabeth Olsen-led dramaHis Three Daughtersis one of the best-rated Netflix movies on Rotten Tomatoes. The Azazel Jacobs-directed drama follows three sisters (played by Olsen, Carrie Coon, and Natasha Lyonne) as they reunite to say goodbye to their father (Jay O. Sanders), who is in his final days. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival last year to critical acclaim and is finally making its way to audiences, currently playing in select theaters before aNetflix release on September 20.
OnRotten Tomatoes, the movie is currently sitting at a 98% approval rating based on 58 reviews.Many of its reviews were written during TIFF at the time of this writing,but more are starting to be published as the movie enjoys a limited theatrical run. On the site, the Critics Consensus reads,“Dealing with thorny family dynamics while remaining warm as a throw blanket, His Three Daughters is a compelling showcase for Natasha Lyonne, Elizabeth Olsen, and Carrie Coon.”
His Three Daughters' Critical Acclaim Bodes Well for Netflix This Fall
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As audiences in select markets begin to discoverHis Three Daughters,the film’s nearly-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and almost universal critical acclaim bodes very well for Netflix this fall. As many hotly-anticipated festival titles premiere in theaters and on streaming services, some are primed for awards recognition.His Three Daughterslooks like a strong contender this fall as Netflix begins to ramp up campaigns for several of their high-profile movies.
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While many Netflix movies were nominated for Oscars, such asThe Irishman, Marriage Story, and, most recently,Maestro,the streamer hasn’t had much success campaigning for their films to win the top acting and picture prizes. Only Laura Dern won an acting Oscar for her supporting performance inMarriage Storyin 2020, butno Netflix-nominated movie ever took home the Best Picture statue. The only one that came close wasThe Power of the Dogin 2022, but Apple’sCODAultimately won the Oscar award for Best Picture.
Netflix acquired the worldwide distribution rights toHis Three Daughtersa month after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival for $7 million.
Elizabeth Olsen, Carrie Coon, and Natasha Lyonne are receiving incredible praisefor their respective performances as Christina, Katie, and Rachel. This praise could translate to some form of awards recognition for their work inHis Three Daughters, which is already one of Netflix’s must-see prestige films of the fall. Many more will be released on the streaming service in the coming months, includingEmilia Pérez, The Piano Lesson, andMaria.
His Three Daughters Proves Elizabeth Olsen Doesn’t Need Marvel Anymore
Her Career Is Thriving Without Playing Wanda Maximoff
2022’sDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessmade divisive creative decisions regarding Olsen’s Marvel Cinematic Universe character, Wanda Maximoff. Since then, there has been speculation aboutOlsen returning to the MCU, butHis Three Daughtersproves that this may not be necessary. SinceDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,in addition toHis Three Daughters, Olsen has starred in the HBO limited seriesLove & DeathalongsideBreaking Bad’s Jesse Plemons.
Love & Deathwas based on the real-life story of Candy Montgomery, a woman accused of a grisly murder after having an affair.
WhileLove & Deathonly received a 63% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes, it received a far more favorable 88% score from audiences. Both critical and audiencereviews highlighted Olsen’s nuanced and emotional performance as Candy Montgomeryto be one of the best elements of the series. Olsen has now built on this momentum withHis Three Daughters, whose 98% critical score is the best yet in her already impressive and wide-ranging career.
She may still make occasional appearances in the MCU as she did by voicing Wanda Merlin in an episode ofWhat If…?season 2, but her primary focus can be performing in a wider range of films and television series.
Olsen may be best-suited to continue doing projects likeLove & DeathandHis Three Daughters, which allow her to explore new characters beyond Wanda. She may still make occasional appearances in the MCU as she did by voicing Wanda Merlin in an episode ofWhat If…?season 2, but her primary focus can be performing in a wider range of films and television series. Even more opportunities may open for Olsen if she receives awards recognition forHis Three Daughters.
His Three Daughters
Cast
His Three Daughters is a 2023 drama film directed by Azazel Jacobs. The story centers on three sisters, portrayed by Carrie Coon, Elizabeth Olsen, and Natasha Lyonne, who reunite in their childhood home to care for their terminally ill father. As they navigate the emotional complexities of their father’s final days, the sisters confront unresolved issues and deep-seated family tensions. The film explores themes of sisterhood, forgiveness, and the intricate dynamics of familial relationships.
