Nicole's Grace Kelly biopic is going straight to cable. 'Grace of Monaco,' starring Nicole Kidman as star-turned-princess Grace Kelly, is heading straight to Lifetime. The critically-panned film, which opened last year's Cannes Film Festival, will premiere on Lifetime on Memorial Day

"Grace of Monaco" is a biographical drama film released in 2014 that stars Nicole Kidman as Grace Kelly, the American actress who became Princess Grace of Monaco when she married Prince Rainier III of Monaco. Here are some details about the film:

Plot

"Grace of Monaco" is set in the early 1960s and focuses on a period in the life of Grace Kelly after she has become Princess Grace. The film explores her struggles with the transition from Hollywood actress to European royalty and her efforts to protect Monaco amid a political crisis.

Key Cast

Nicole Kidman as Grace Kelly/Princess Grace of Monaco

Tim Roth as Prince Rainier III of Monaco

Frank Langella as Father Francis Tucker

Parker Posey as Madge Tivey-Faucon

Milo Ventimiglia as Rupert Allan

Derek Jacobi as Count Fernando D'Aillieres

Production and Reception

"Grace of Monaco" faced a mixed critical reception upon its release. Some praised Nicole Kidman's performance, while others criticized the film for historical inaccuracies and its portrayal of Grace Kelly's life.

The film was directed by Olivier Dahan and written by Arash Amel. It was selected to open the 2014 Cannes Film Festival but was met with mixed reviews at the festival.

The film's production faced challenges, including disputes between the director and the producers and a delayed release.

Despite the controversies and mixed reviews, "Grace of Monaco" remains notable for its attempt to depict a specific period in the life of one of Hollywood's most iconic actresses, Grace Kelly.

 

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