I Was Lorena Bobitt is a 2020 Canadian-American dramatic television film, directed by Danishka Esterhazy.[1] The film stars Luke Humphrey and Dani Montalvo as John and Lorena Bobbitt, the Virginia couple whose troubled marriage became international news in 1993 when Lorena cut off her husband's penis with a knife.[2]
| I Was Lorena Bobbitt | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Drama |
| Written by | Barbara Nance |
| Directed by | Danishka Esterhazy |
| Starring | Luke Humphrey Dani Montalvo |
| Narrated by | Lorena Gallo |
| Country of origin | Canada United States |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Producers | Jeff Vanderwal Kim Bondi Lorena Gallo Sherri Rufh Andy Streitfeld Charles Tremayne |
| Cinematography | Maya Bankovic |
| Editor | Hugh Elchuk |
| Running time | 110 minutes |
| Production company | Cineflix |
| Original release | |
| Network | Lifetime |
| Release | May 25, 2020 |
Although primarily acted as a dramatic story, the film also includes some narration by Lorena Bobbitt Gallo herself.[3] Its cast also included Niamh Wilson, Patrice Goodman, Richard Clarkin and Dan Lett.
The film premiered May 25, 2020 on Lifetime.[4] Its broadcast was accompanied by a special public service announcement promoting services to combat domestic violence, starring Humphrey, Montalvo and Gallo.[4]
Awards
edit| Award | Date of Ceremony | Category | Nominees | Result | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Screen Awards | April 2022 | Best TV Movie | Jeff Vanderwal, Kim Bondi, Lorena Gallo, Sherri Rufh, Andy Streitfeld, Charles Tremayne | Won | [5] |
| Best Lead Actor in a Television Film or Miniseries | Luke Humphrey | Won | |||
| Best Lead Actress in a Television Film or Miniseries | Dani Montalvo | Nominated | [6] | ||
| Best Direction in a TV Movie | Danishka Esterhazy | Won | [5] | ||
| Best Writing in a TV Movie | Barbara Nance | Won | |||
| Best Photography in a Drama Program or Series | Maya Bankovic | Nominated | [6] |
References
edit- ^ Megan Sunday, "'I Was Lorena Bobbitt' lets Bobbitt tell her side of the story". The Spool, May 27, 2020.
- ^ Denise Petski, "‘I Was Lorena Bobbitt’: Dani Montalvo & Luke Humphrey To Star In Lifetime Movie". Deadline Hollywood, March 5, 2020.
- ^ Stacy Lambe, "Lorena Bobbitt on Reclaiming Her Story With New Lifetime Film". Entertainment Tonight, May 22, 2020.
- ^ a b Rick and Christina Gables, "‘I Was Lorena Bobbitt’: Sneak Peek at ‘Ripped From the Headlines’ Feature". TV Insider, May 23, 2020.
- ^ a b Greg David, "Tim Rozon, Ayisha Issa, Kaniehtiio Horn and Tallboyz win during Night 4 of the 2022 Canadian Screen Awards". TV, eh?, April 7, 2022.
- ^ a b Brent Furdyk, "2022 Canadian Screen Award Nominees Announced, ‘Sort Of’ & ‘Scarborough’ Lead The Pack". ET Canada, February 15, 2022.
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