I can’t take any screenshots from NOW TV as it has a fit if you try and do anything like that. So I’ve borrowed a photo from IMDB
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Where to start with this film? I started to write this while I watched the flick which is never a good sign. I had to force myself to finish it before I committed, just in case I was going to do it a disservice.
Frankly, this is one of the worst bits of fiction I’ve seen, or maybe endured is a better word.
It’s odd how people who argue for equality usually end up abusing their position and creating this kind of trash.
I’m not sure Emerald Fennell has ever met a man, judging by the characters. I think it was the fourth minute whenCarey Mulligan simply stares at some bantering builders and they freeze, terrified of the woman over the street in office gear.
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The storyline felt like it was written using Microsoft Paper Clip film writing wizard “It looks like you’re trying to write a film script, do you need some help”? Emerald should have avoided clicking “Yes” – which would have negated the awkward plot holes, complete lack of realistic contextual setting and the excruciating ‘twist’.
I’ve been trying to work out who would like this rubbish, then I read a review on IMDB:
“Promising Young Woman is a film that have a strong message and need to be appreciated for it boldness and stile.”
Sigh.Carey Mulligan – I remember you in Dr Who. What happened?
Promising Young Woman – best avoided. Check out some really good films on my film list in italics here and give this a miss.