Hopefully, this documentary will dispel rumors and eradicate false stories that have been concocted over the years. I also have chosen not to make fun of this ecentric socialite, but only tell her story, which stands on its own. At the same time, the documentary puts forth medical and psychological information, unknown until now, for the viewer to draw their own conclusion as to why Jenkins became a cult figure.
Jenkins' career as a child prodigy seemingly created her false perception of reality: one of audiences acclaiming her talent and showering her with praise. This most likely formed the basis of her total confidence and, in the words of Daniel Pinkham, her intrepid delivery. Also, mercury treatments, which began in her early twenties, certainly had an effect on her hearing, as did the disease for which she was being treated.
We shall never know what Florence Foster Jenkins actually sounded like in her middle-aged "prime" but, as Gregor Benko points out, musicianship does not degrade as time goes on, nor does the fascination with this endearing and utterly unique lady of song.
The movie (director's cut) is 1 hour 29 minutes in length. The production of this movie began in the fall of 2005 and was finished in February of 2007.