Sibling rivalry will always be an endlessly fascinating topic and never as fascinating as it is in Georgia. Two sisters both make a living as a singers, but the difference is that one (Georgia) can sing and has made a name for herself for it and the other can't (Sadie) and mostly tours dive bars in between drug addictions and boyfriends.
What Sadie lacks in pitch and intonation, she makes up for in sheer passion and commitment (as opposed to Georgia's beautiful, but cold performances), but that can only get you so far, especially when your famous sister isn't willing to help you and you're constantly riding along on her coattails.
Jennifer Jason Leigh and Mare Winningham give career best performances here, gamely showcasing the resentment that can grow between two family members when they don't take your advice or try harder to help you. They're not afraid to wallow in bitter, cringe-y territory.
What Sadie lacks in pitch and intonation, she makes up for in sheer passion and commitment (as opposed to Georgia's beautiful, but cold performances), but that can only get you so far, especially when your famous sister isn't willing to help you and you're constantly riding along on her coattails.
Jennifer Jason Leigh and Mare Winningham give career best performances here, gamely showcasing the resentment that can grow between two family members when they don't take your advice or try harder to help you. They're not afraid to wallow in bitter, cringe-y territory.