An idealistic young politician juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of her mentor, the state’s longtime incumbent governor.
An idealistic young politician juggles familial issues and a challenging work life while preparing to take over the job of her mentor, the state’s longtime incumbent governor.
(less) Director:
James L. Brooks
Writer:
James L. Brooks
Starring:
Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Lowden, Rebecca Hall, Woody Harrelson, Ayo Edebiri
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Review
Review by Brian Orndorf, December 11, 2025
3 / 10
A once mighty filmmaker, James L. Brooks hit hard times 15 years ago, overseeing the mangled execution of 2010’s “How Do You Know,” which became the worst movie of his career. It was a mess and a chore to sit through, threatening the wonders of a career that previously produced classics like “Terms of Endearment” and “Broadcast News.” Brooks returns with “Ella McCay,” which appears to be his commentary on the divided state of the nation, returning to the relatively peaceful time of 2008 for a study of a Lt. Governor thrust into many impossible situations with a variety of people she’s trying t
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