Can You ever forgive me?

Can You Ever Forgive Me? is a 2018 American biographical drama film directed by Marielle Heller and with a screenplay by Nicole Holofcener and Jeff Whitty, based on Lee Israel's memoir of the same name. It stars Melissa McCarthy as Israel and follows her as she tries to revitalize her failing writing career by forging letters from deceased authors and playwrights.

The film had its world premiere at the Telluride Film Festival on September 1, 2018, and was released in the United States on October 19, 2018, by Fox Searchlight Pictures. It received widespread acclaim from critics, with both McCarthy and Grant's performances being lauded.

USA Today

Review: Melissa McCarthy is so good it's criminal in biopic 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?'

Deadline Hollywood

‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’ Review: Melissa McCarthy Takes A Brilliant, Oscar-Worthy Dramatic Turn

The New Yorker

“Can You Ever Forgive Me?,” Reviewed: Melissa McCarthy Finally Gets the Dramatic Role She Deserves

The New York Times

Review: Melissa McCarthy Is Criminally Good in ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’

IndieWire

Melissa McCarthy Starred in ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’ Because She Related to Complicated Alcoholic Forger Lee Israel

The Hollywood Reporter

Melissa McCarthy Discusses 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?' True Story at New York Premiere

Vanity Fair

Melissa McCarthy Forges Ahead in Can You Ever Forgive Me?

AV Club

Can You Ever Forgive Me? finally gives Melissa McCarthy the dramatic vehicle she deserves

Los Angeles Times

Review: Melissa McCarthy turns a malcontent into fascinating company in 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?'