Promising Young Woman had some preview screenings back in 2020, however I was patient and waited till it's offical day of release this week.
Directed, written, and produced by Emerald Fennell (Killing Eve show runner), in her feature directorial debut, whilst Margot Robbie also serves as a producer.
Lead star Carey Mulligan shines alongside Bo Burnham, Alison Brie, Clancy Brown, Jennifer Coolidge, Laverne Cox, and Connie Britton.
As this film took a completely different turn than I was expecting I want to remain spoiler free. The main (simple) plot of the film, is it follows a woman who takes revenge against men who have wronged her.
Where it goes from there, you will have to support your local cinema and check this out for yourself.
Promising Young Woman clocks under 2 hours, moving at an extremely rapid pace. It twists and turns while keeping the viewer guessing the entire film. I loved every minute of this film. Carey Mulligan is outstanding as Cassie Thomas while Jennifer Coolidge almost leaves comedy behind in this role. Once you see the film you will get her one funny line.
The film has received positive reviews from critics praising Mulligan's performance s well as Fennell's direction.
I am happy with the three films I have seen in 2021 thus far. All different, but all giving me hope for cinema in 2021. Sadly some of 2020's films were rather subpar.
4.5 Stars.
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