Oct. 22, 2021|United Kingdom|111 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Adventure;Drama;Family;Fantasy;History;Mystery;Thriller
Description: “The Electrical Life of Louis Wain” is a 2021 film starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Claire Foy, which tells a true story centered on art, love, loss, and cats. The movie is based on the life of Louis Wain, an eccentric British artist credited with transforming the public perception of cats in Victorian England.
Director Will Sharpe describes Wain as the man who redefined cats from being seen as pests to becoming beloved household pets. Cumberbatch, who portrays Wain, shared his experience working with cats on set, humorously noting the challenges of filming with them, as they require a calm environment and often refuse to cooperate.
The film also explores the love story between Wain and the governess who profoundly impacted his life. Cumberbatch expressed his enjoyment in discovering and portraying Wain’s character, highlighting his artistic journey, personal struggles, and relationships.
Claire Foy, who plays the governess, emphasized the mutual gifts of imagination and life they shared, describing her character as open-hearted, kind, and quirky. Cumberbatch also revealed his passion for drawing and painting, which he indulged in during filming, even joking about creating his own “Louis Wain-style” artwork.
“The Electrical Life of Louis Wain” offers a unique blend of art, emotion, and humor, celebrating the life of a lesser-known artist who left a lasting legacy.
Cast director: Will Sharpe
Cast actor: Benedict Cumberbatch, Claire Foy, Andrea Riseborough, Toby Jones, Stacy Martin, Sharon Rooney, Hayley Squires, Aimee Lou Wood, Adeel Akhtar, Julian Barratt
Original name: The Electrical Life of Louis Wain