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Albert Nobbs

Synopsis

Glenn Close co-wrote and stars in this period drama based on the short story The Singular Life of Albert Nobbs by author George Moore, centering on the experiences of a 19th century Irish woman who poses as a man in order to work as a butler at an opulent Dublin hotel for the upper class. Maintaining her elaborate ruse over the course of two decades, Albert (Close) suddenly finds her dedication to the role challenged by the unexpected arrival of a painter who turns out to understand Albert better than...more

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3.5

Dave White Profile

A timid trans tragedy.

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4.0

Grae Drake Profile

You'll love her...er, him.

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Other Critics

3.0

57 out of 100 Metascore®

Mixed or average reviews

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Albert Nobbs by henryanne
The film was very sensitive, thought provoking and gripping. Very adult subject matter but extremely well done with outstanding acting, setting and...

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Albert Nobbs by himj
To tell you the truth, I dont know what to think about this movie. I understood the plot, I just did not understand who Albert was? The actors were excellent.

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