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There has been no shortage of biopics in recent years, with Blonde, Elvis, and Till all released in 2022. So many, in fact, that audience members were confused by the fact that TÁR is not a biopic, with many leaving the theater looking up her story.

Similarly to documentaries, these movies are enticing to those who are already aware of and interested in the story and those who want to learn more. However, unlike documentaries, these narratives can be packed with star power and embellished moments. There’s also the element of celebrity culture involved with the success of biopics.

Talking to Vulture, awards campaign strategist Lea Yardum says, “Modern audiences are used to knowing everything about their favorite celebrities,” adding that “it’s a logical next step to want to go even deeper.” With that built-in promise of an audience, biopics are all the rage.

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