Deer in the Headlights = Miscast

That's what I sensed. Throughout Jolie's performance.

Literally, she gives us an awkward, out of place, bug-eyed Marianne.

In such a way that the portrayal of Marianne Pearl ends up feeling more like a cause - albeit worthy - that Jolie supports with her presence rather than a role validated or elevated by Jolie's casting.

In fact, I want to say, Angelina's presence hinders the film.

I kept having to ignore her in order to experience the story and imo that's no good.

Her affectations redirected the focus off topic & onto herself . . .

Value. Vulnerable. Very Beautiful.
- The Fifth Element