From www.screenrant.com:
"At times comedic and at times tragic, these author biopics like Shirley rely on intense character studies to share insights into the creative process.
Writers tend to have interesting life stories, making them prime subject matter for feature films. From the tortured artist to the ostracized radical to the misunderstood genius, these movies revel in the deep, psychological impulses that compel their protagonists to write. Josephine Decker's latest film, Shirley, dives in the world of 20th-century novelist and short story author Shirley Jackson – a woman whose works weren't appreciated until after her death.
Starring Elisabeth Moss in the title role, Shirley contributes to a long legacy of author biopics that combine fact and fiction in order to weave a compelling narrative. At times comedic and at times tragic, these films rely on intense character studies to share insights into the creative process."
