Spencer
This movie contrasts its bright colors (especially of the bathrooms) and scenic landscapes with the absolute darkness and hopelessness that Diana seems to feel. Kristen Stewart emotes such complicated emotions so well, without excessive dialogue. Kristen's acting drips of wistful yearning and a quiet sort of rebellion. The pressure on Diana - of the media and of the family - seems to be weighing down on the audience almost as much as it does on her. The comparisons that were drawn between Anne Boelyn and Diana (although I'm not sure of the accuracy) also provided this foreboding of Diana heading to her guillotine, just like Anne. Nice touch.
Diana's cage is cold (why won't they turn the heating up?) and draped in fine curtains and labeled outfits. The only times she feels truly happy (if not free) are when she's with her sons or with Maggie. Diana is so clearly crying out for help that I wanted to rescue her myself. The beautiful shooting combined with an incredible score and the best acting performance by Kristen Stewart make this movie a resounding success.
(I also loved how whenever the whole family was shown, Diana always seemed just a little out of place. Whether that be through her outfit or her positions, she just did not belong).