Being the Ricardos

Being the Ricardos presents itself as a tense, behind-the-scenes look at real events, with a sharp focus on historical accuracy—only to throw in a completely fictional, Hollywood-style climax. It’s like Aaron Sorkin wanted a big, triumphant moment, even if it meant bending the truth. The real story was dramatic enough without Hoover swooping in like a deus ex machina. Other than that I liked the film very much. Got to know who was Lucy! :)

I tried to watch it but it was so slow and boring. Didn’t think the cast was right either. Disappointed

Being the Ricardos is a waste of time. One of the worst movies I've seen in a while. The director Aaron Sorkin should be run out of Hollywood. Skip this snoozefest at all costs!

Screenplay kicks so much ass.

You don't need to be a fan of I Love Lucy to adore this movie. It's a fantastic cast, writing and photography. 5/5

I thought it was very good

I had such high hopes for this movie, and it was one of my most anticipated of the year. And while there were certainly flashes of inspiration here and there, and a couple of truly wonderful scenes, my overall takeaway was one of extreme disappointment. Kidman and Bardem, two of the greatest actors on the planet, have been garnering quite favorable reviews in general, and I wouldn't be surprised to see both of their names mentioned on Oscar nominations morning. But, despite some occasional inspired moments, I can't honestly say I felt the spirits of Lucy and Desi in their performances. I hate to say it, but I was rather bored by the whole enterprise, and I don't feel like I learned anything new or surprising by any of the events that were portrayed. I didn't respond well to the whole framing device in which we jump back and forth between the present day AND the events of 1952 AND the background of their courtship and subsequent marriage. I frankly would have preferred a more linear narrative, as the early scenes prior to I LOVE LUCY really add nothing to the production as a whole. I commend the attempt to portray such beloved and iconic personalities of 20th century entertainment, but the result is a letdown. Then again, the film was produced by their children, so if they're happy with the movie, who am I to judge?!?!

Honestly, it's a a slog to get through. I can't help but feel that these two deserve a more inventive and fun biopic.

I am such a big fan of Sorkin, but I just did not connect with "Being the Ricardos". Everything just felt so artificial. JK Simmons was the only actor who drew me in, and he had a pretty small role. It seems like it all should have made for a terrific movie plot, but it just didn't gel.

Very well acted and staged. Beautifully shot with great attention to the accuracy of the era. Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem were very effective in their lead roles. Kudos also to Nina Arianda as Vivian Vance and J.K. Simmons as Bill Frawley. Two things bothered me, though: First of all, Kidman played Lucy as a cold, controling, often angry person in almost every scene. I know that family and friends said that Lucy could be icy and stern, but that she also loved to laugh and have fun, so there should have been more balance. Also, sometimes timelines were unclear, as events of various years flew around in a sometimes confusing way. Otherwise, probably the most serious biopic of the Ricardos.