When Lee Israel falls out of step with current tastes, she turns her art form to deception. An adaptation of the memoir "Can You Ever Forgive Me?," the true story of best-selling celebrity biographer Lee Israel.
In the performance of her career, Melissa McCarthy plays a washed-up, desperate celebrity biographer who resorts to forging letters "written" by famous authors and selling them to collectors for cash. She's aided by a nomination-worthy script, vibrant cinematography and memorable supporting performances. - Four stars