Of all the things I could’ve watched on family friendly Disney+, Yorgos Lanthimo’s Poor Things is the one I chose and I’m so glad I did! The film is a brilliant surreal period piece with a plot somewhere between Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Alex Martin’s Ex Machina. Emma Stone’s Oscar winning portrayal of the reanimated Bella and Willem Dafoe’s disfigured doctor are standouts. The blend of CG and practical settings with a fantastical story make for an engaging and funny viewing experience. Definitely not for viewing with the kids as we follow Bella’s infantile brain learning how to navigate her womanhood and sexuality. All elements combine for a complete film and masterpiece of modern cinema.
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