In this fascinating and dark real chronicle, we delve into the life of Tonya Harding, a dazzlingly talented American figure skater with a completely chaotic personal life. From her childhood in a tumultuous family environment, where her mother pushed her to extreme levels, to her rise in the world of skating, the story presents a woman who constantly fights against adversity. With a strong character and unwavering determination, Tonya breaks barriers in a sport dominated by the elite, but her life off the ice is a whirlwind of problems.
The situation complicates when she becomes the center of a massive scandal that shakes the figure skating community: the attack on her rival, Nancy Kerrigan, leading to a media frenzy that portrays her as a villain. Through an exciting blend of interviews, flashbacks, and innovative cinematic style, the narrative breaks down the myths and truths behind the story, showcasing different perspectives that paint a more nuanced portrait of competition, ambition, and victimization.
With a clever script and impressive performances, especially from Margot Robbie, who embodies Harding, the film invites us to reflect on the nature of success, fame, and how sometimes our circumstances can lead us down unexpected paths. In the end, we are left wondering: who is really to blame in this story?