Films based on true events that didn’t show the most controversial parts

Stories like Jeffrey Dahmer’s take it for granted that there are some real-life details that when transferred to the big screen are left aside, to avoid generating conflict, although in Netflix’s case the move has led to criticism of its portrayal. of events. But it’s not the only one nor will it be the last in the long list of films based on real events that didn’t show the most controversial parts.

titanic

James Cameron’s story, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, wasn’t exactly based on the lives of Jack and Rose, as they were created just for the film. However, “Titanic” is based on a tragic love story, which is depicted in the older couple who prefer to accept their fate and be inundated by the ship. Both could have escaped in one of the lifeboats, but they gave way to the women and children who were still in danger. A scene about the couple was even recorded and deleted from the final cut.

Foxcather

In the story of ‘Foxcather’, the film based on the life of John du Pont, some details of the entrepreneur and sports enthusiast have been omitted. In Steve Carrell’s film, details like the one he once tried to shoot a little girl are omitted, one of his momentary wives swears that Du Pont was going to kill her, as well as mental health issues that led him to believe he could travel to the past and more.

Zola

In 2020, A24 decided to adapt the story of a Twitter thread that has become extremely popular on the social network. ‘Zola’ It is a film based on real events.and although the story of Asia “Zola” Wells is largely faithful to its origin, what could have been the most interesting part is omitted, because after the trip to Florida, Briona and Jessica joined Stefani’s character in life real and she pimp and finally “Zola” pleaded guilty to everything that happened.

Me, Tonia

Directed by Craig Gillespie and starring Margot Robbie, ‘Me, Tonia’ It is a film based on the life of Tonya Harding., who lived a difficult childhood, and who, in the most important moment of her life, her husband and two thugs tried to paralyze her. And even though some of her time is shown in boxing, Tonya is also an independent film actress and continues with her life.

A brilliant mind

Oscar-winning, and based on the novel by Sylvia Nasar, ‘A Beautiful Mind’ is a film based on the life of John Forbes Nash, a mathematician who suffered from schizophrenia, but that did not stop him from obtaining the Nobel Prize, which he dedicated in films to his wife, despite the fact that in real life they have been separated for more than 30 years, and his children are also excluded.

Bohemian Rhapsody

For better or for worse, “Bohemian Rhapsody” is a controversial film for touching the life of Freddie Mercury, lead singer of the band Queen. However, the tape does not address one of the most controversial concerts in its history, which took place in 1984 in South Africa, where apartheid racial segregation was still practiced, and which resulted in a rather disparate reception.