The Eyes of Tammy Faye

 

           Based on the true story of the rise and fall of televangelists, Jim and Tammy Faye Baker, this is a must see just to watch Jessica Chastain's performance. She captures Tammy Faye perfectly both physically and vocally. It is just an incredible performance in an otherwise mediocre film.

          Co-starring as Jim Baker, I also can't say enough about Andrew Garfield's performance either. He captures the man perfectly and together with Ms. Chastain, they are the best thing about the film. Also co-starring are Cherry Jones as Tammy Faye's mother, and Vincent D'Onofrio as Jerry Falwell. Both also perfectly cast.

         The story itself is interesting enough if the subject matter appeals to you. Ms. Chastain does her own singing in the film which is fun and the excess to which these people lived is just unbelievable to see. Their personal empire was built on money skimmed from their organization, "PTL" (Praise The Lord). The film depicts the rise and eventual fall from grace due to both the financial scandal as well as sex scandals involving both the Bakers.