Yorgos Lanthimos once again presents us with an excerpt from a distorted fantasy world, which, however, has more parallels with ours than one would initially expect. The story is focused on Bella, who was brought back to life after death by a peculiar scientist, after which she learns about the world with the brain of a child and gradually develops in all directions, even those that could be described as taboo. Emma Stone gives a masterful acting performance and her character adds more and more layers as the minutes of the film go by until the triumphant finale.
Transforming from Bella the toddler into a socially conscious woman, she surpasses all her previous roles. Whether it's her walk, thoughts, facial expressions, or body games, she leaves us in no doubt as to what mental stage she's currently in, and with Mark Ruffalo seconding her, there's no shortage of bizarre moments.
Intelligent dialogues, thoughtful concept, topical theme, visually intoxicating images, captivating performances, devilishly morbid ideas, lots of nudity, art film, Oscar nominations are inevitable.
