Biographical Films That Explore the Intricacies of Marriage

Description: The film focuses on the tumultuous marriage of Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, capturing their passionate yet stormy relationship.

Fact: Salma Hayek, who played Frida Kahlo, was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film was shot in Mexico, where Frida and Diego lived.

Description: Although primarily about Władysław Szpilman's survival during the Holocaust, the film also portrays his relationship with his wife, Halina, and the impact of war on their marriage.

Fact: Adrien Brody won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Szpilman. The film was directed by Roman Polanski, who himself survived the Holocaust.

Description: While primarily about John Nash's struggle with schizophrenia, the film also delves into his complex relationship with his wife, Alicia, showcasing the impact of mental illness on their marriage.

Fact: Russell Crowe won an Oscar for his role as John Nash. The film was based on Sylvia Nasar's biography of the same name.

Description: This film intertwines the stories of three women, including Virginia Woolf, whose marriage to Leonard Woolf is depicted as both supportive and strained by her mental health issues.

Fact: Nicole Kidman won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Virginia Woolf. The film was adapted from Michael Cunningham's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.

Description: This film delves into Truman Capote's life, including his relationship with his longtime companion, Jack Dunphy, and how his work affected their partnership.

Fact: Philip Seymour Hoffman won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Capote. The film was based on the book "Capote: A Biography" by Gerald Clarke.

Description: While not solely about marriage, it shows the profound impact of Jean-Dominique Bauby's condition on his relationship with his wife, Sylvie.

Fact: The film was shot from the perspective of Bauby, who could only blink his left eye. It was nominated for four Academy Awards.

Description: While focusing on Margaret Thatcher's political career, the film also explores her personal life, particularly her relationship with her husband, Denis Thatcher.

Fact: Meryl Streep won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Margaret Thatcher. The film was criticized for its portrayal of Thatcher's dementia.

Description: This film not only covers King George VI's struggle with his stutter but also his supportive marriage to Queen Elizabeth, showing their partnership during a critical time in British history.

Fact: Colin Firth won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of King George VI. The film also won Best Picture.

Description: While focusing on Marilyn Monroe's relationship with Colin Clark, it also touches on her tumultuous marriage to Arthur Miller.

Fact: Michelle Williams was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe. The film was based on Colin Clark's memoir.

Description: This film explores the relationship between physicist Stephen Hawking and his first wife, Jane Wilde, highlighting the challenges of their marriage amidst his battle with motor neuron disease.

Fact: Eddie Redmayne won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Stephen Hawking. The film was also nominated for Best Picture.