“Lee,” the debut directorial film from award-winning cinematographer Ellen Kuras, delves into a transformative decade in the life of American war correspondent and photographer, Lee Miller, portrayed by Kate Winslet. Miller’s extraordinary skill and relentless determination yielded some of the most unforgettable war images of the 20th century, including the legendary photograph of her defiantly posing in Hitler’s private bathtub.
Miller’s profound empathy and understanding for women and the voiceless victims of war are evident in her work, capturing both the delicate and fierce aspects of the human experience. The film underscores Miller’s relentless pursuit of truth, living her life with unyielding intensity at great personal cost. This journey ultimately forces her to confront a long-hidden and traumatic secret from her childhood.