The Prom movie review: Ryan Murphy’s inconsistent musical – NEWS.com.au

Theres a lot of kerfuffle over James Cordens performance as a flamboyant theatre star in Netflix movie The Prom.Some have called the portrayal by Corden, who’s straight and playing a gay character, “offensive” and “gross”. While there’s certainly arguments to be made for both sides of whether straight actors should play gay, the overriding problem with what’s happening in The Prom is Corden is just not a strong enough actor.
He’s charismatic to be sure. A likeable host, presenter and comedic performer….

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