
Reviews — Bombshell
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Ricardo Oliveira
Bombshell recounts a factual account of the fear and abuse endured by numerous women at FOX NEWS, detailing how the truth gradually emerged and how a collective of women attempted to challenge a prominent figure linked with the network. Prior to the widespread recognition of the #metoo movement, an initial indication of a change in Hollywood began with the downfall of television executive Roger Ailes. Directed by …
Peter McGinn
I initially approached this film with reservations. The prospect of spending almost two hours focused on the Fox Network didn’t particularly appeal to me, and I noticed considerable unfavorable discussion surrounding it. As someone who appreciates seeing powerful men face consequences for sexual harassment—something I've welcomed—I wasn't eager to view what felt like a biased attack. After looking into the true event…
Stephen Campbell
**_A well-acted film about the human cost of bullying and sexual harassment_** >_11.On or about September 3, 2009, Carlson complained to her supervisor that one of her co-hosts on_ Fox & Friends_, Steve Doocy, had created a hostile work environment by regularly treating her in a sexist and condescending way, including by putting his hand on her and pulling down her arm to shush her during a live telecast._ >_12…
SWITCH.
‘Bombshell’ is a narrative that deserves to be recounted and kept alive, but the finished product is decent without being exceptional. The performances are remarkable across the board—particularly from the main cast—and the makeup work is superb; however, the storytelling, direction, and editing feel uninspired, preventing the film from reaching its full potential. Despite this, ‘Bombshell’ remains worth seeing, prim…


