What a trip, visually. The color, camera work, settings...really something to see. First time around, this will grab you and won't let go. Until the end. Maybe. I'm still thinking about it, though not sure if it's as deep as it seems. Emerald Fennell sure can direct actors and her tech crew is beyond top-level. Much of the time, this looks like an instant cult film--there is that much in it to keep you re-watching and talking about it. Barry Keoghan is perfect---really, who could have been better? He's got the right look for the character--attractive, but not Elordi-level....that keeps the initial tension firmly in place all the time. *No Spoilers*, just saying that there is more in this than meets the eye. So stick with it, if you think this is just another "let's be weird for two hours" type of thing. It's not. If nothing else, it's so brilliant to look at, and listen to, with great dialog. Funny as hell---has Carey Mulligan ever been more amusing? With Richard E. Grant, Rosamund Pike, Paul Rhys (as Duncan the butler) and Mr. Elordi, all in top form. A must-see.
