All articles tagged with #emerald fennell
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Emerald Fennell's adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights' aims to evoke primal and sexual emotions, emphasizing the novel's sadomasochistic themes, with controversial casting choices of Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, and a focus on preserving Brontë's original dialogue. The film is set to release on February 14.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
Emerald Fennell's new erotic adaptation of Wuthering Heights stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, promising a provocative and visually stunning take on the classic novel, with a theatrical release planned for Valentine's Day.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Actor Barry Keoghan, known for his role in "Saltburn," has gained newfound celebrity status and recognition as a leading man, shedding his previous image as a "freak child." Director Martin McDonagh praised Keoghan's authenticity and revealed that the actor nearly lost his arm to flesh-eating bacteria before filming "The Banshees of Inisherin." Keoghan's portrayal of sexually-charged scenes in "Saltburn" has garnered attention, and he expressed his commitment to portraying his character's obsession in a unique way.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The soundtrack of the movie "Saltburn" has sparked nostalgia for the music of 2007, with some discrepancies in the film's timeline. A playlist has been curated to reflect the music that the characters in "Saltburn" would have been listening to during the summer of 2007, featuring artists such as MGMT, Spoon, M.I.A., Hot Chip, and Justin Timberlake. The playlist aims to capture the essence of the era and the film's setting.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Indian Express
"Saltburn" is a dark comedy directed by Emerald Fennell that challenges societal norms and portrays the grotesquely rich as the least insane. Barry Keoghan delivers a jaw-dropping performance as Oliver Quick, a middle-class misfit who becomes inseparable from the charismatic aristocrat Felix Catton, played by Jacob Elordi. The film explores class warfare and offers a provocative and deranged final act. While the movie may generate oohs and aahs, it leaves viewers questioning its true purpose: empty provocation or genuine introspection.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
The screenplay for Emerald Fennell's darkly comedic and satirical thriller, "Saltburn," has been released. The film, set in mid-2000s England, follows Oliver, an Oxford student who becomes involved with the aristocratic Catton family and experiences a summer he'll never forget. Fennell aimed to create a "vampire film" exploring the fetishization of beauty and desire. The movie stars Barry Keoghan, Rosamund Pike, Richard E. Grant, and Carey Mulligan, and is produced by Fennell and Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Ringer
Writer and director Emerald Fennell and actor Barry Keoghan discuss the provocative sex scenes in the film "Saltburn." The first scene involves Oliver, played by Keoghan, drinking bathwater mixed with Felix's semen, symbolizing his desire to absorb Felix's social status. In the second scene, Oliver manipulates Felix's troubled sister, Venetia, by smearing menstrual blood on their faces during a sexual encounter. The final scene shows Oliver having sex with Felix's gravesite after his plan to become part of the wealthy Catton family falls apart. Fennell and Keoghan explain the motivations behind these scenes and the themes of power and desire explored in the film.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
The film "Saltburn," directed by Emerald Fennell, has sparked debate among viewers due to its graphic scenes. Stars Jacob Elordi and Barry Keoghan discuss some of the explicit moments, including a bathtub scene and a cemetery plot sequence. Keoghan's character becomes dangerously obsessed with Elordi's aristocratic classmate. The film aims to evoke strong emotions and different reactions from audiences, with some feeling disturbed, turned on, or furious.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The A.V. Club
Filmmaker Emerald Fennell's racy thriller "Saltburn" explores the darkly comedic and corrupt world of the British elite through the story of a lower-class scholarship student who befriends an aristocratic classmate. While the film showcases Fennell's visual flair and features strong performances, it falls short in character construction and fails to delve deeper into the class disparity it aims to critique. Despite its glossy polish, the film's predictable plot twists and unnecessary reveals undermine its potential impact. "Saltburn" opens in select theaters on November 17 and in theaters everywhere on November 22.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Jacob Elordi looked dapper in a three-piece suit at the star-studded premiere of his latest film, Saltburn, in Los Angeles. The Australian actor joined other celebrities, including Margot Robbie and Carey Mulligan, at the event. Saltburn is a dark, comedic thriller written and directed by Emerald Fennell. Elordi, who plays the role of Felix in the film, recently revealed that he turned down the opportunity to audition for Superman.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
"Saltburn," the second film written and directed by Emerald Fennell, premiered at the Telluride Film Festival, leaving audiences engaged and entertained. The dark comedy, set in the early 2000s, follows an Oxford student's attempts to infiltrate the life of a wealthy family, resulting in power plays and outrageous behavior. While the film draws inspiration from various sources, it showcases strong performances, particularly from Barry Keoghan, who has the potential to follow in the footsteps of Carey Mulligan's Oscar nomination for Fennell's previous film, "Promising Young Woman."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
The BFI London Film Festival has chosen Emerald Fennell's sophomore feature, "Saltburn," as its 2023 curtain-raiser. Described as a "beautifully wicked tale of privilege and desire," the film stars Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Rosamund Pike, Richard E. Grant, Alison Oliver, Archie Madekwe, and Carey Mulligan. Set in the mid-2000s, the story follows a struggling student who becomes entangled in the world of an aristocratic family. The festival's director praised the film's exceptional performances, plot twists, and soundtrack, and expressed excitement to share it with audiences in October. "Saltburn" will be released in cinemas on November 24.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Emerald Fennell's film "Saltburn," starring Carey Mulligan, will open the 67th BFI London Film Festival. Produced by Fennell and Margot Robbie, the movie follows a student struggling to find his place at Oxford University and his summer at an eccentric family's estate. The film will have its international premiere in London on October 4th and is set to be released in cinemas on November 24th.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
Emerald Fennell's latest film, "Saltburn," will open the London Film Festival, marking its international premiere. The film, written and produced by Fennell, is a "beautifully wicked tale of privilege and desire" set in the mid-2000s and follows a struggling student who becomes entangled in the world of an aristocratic family. Starring Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Rosamund Pike, Richard E. Grant, Alison Oliver, Archie Madekwe, and Carey Mulligan, "Saltburn" will be released in cinemas on November 24 by Amazon Studios and MGM.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TheaterMania.com
"Bad Cinderella" is a cheeky, horny semi-mess of a musical that tries to create an allegory for society's obsession with beauty. The show, which features a cast of sexy women and jacked men, is a revisionist take on the classic fairy tale set in the French-adjacent kingdom of Belleville. While the score has some lovely songs, the show's major issues lie with its pacing and whiplash in tone. Despite this, the performances of Carolee Carmello and Grace McLean make it worth watching.