Russell Crowe delivers a standout performance as Hermann Göring in the new film 'Nuremberg', but Rami Malek's portrayal of US army psychiatrist Douglas Kelley has been widely criticised as over-the-top and distracting.
The film explores the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the Nuremberg trials, focusing on Kelley's interviews with Nazi prisoners, including Göring. Crowe is praised for his sly and cunning depiction of the Reichsmarschall, described as his best role in years.
However, Malek's performance as Kelley has been labelled a 'deeply silly hamfest', with critics noting his exaggerated mannerisms and resemblance to a Bond villain. The film also features Leo Woodall, Michael Shannon, and Richard E Grant, but struggles to balance Kelley's complex character with a conventional hero narrative.
