Poor Things is a dark and twisted comedy that explores themes of love, loss, and identity. The film has been praised for its originality, its visual beauty, and its performances.
The film is set in the 19th century and follows the story of Bella Baxter (Stone), a young woman who is murdered by her husband, Dr. Godwin (Willem Dafoe). However, Dr. Godwin is not content to let Bella die, and he uses his scientific knowledge to bring her back to life.
The resurrected Bella is a different person than she was before her death. She is now stronger, more independent, and more sexually assertive. However, she is also haunted by the memories of her murder, and she struggles to come to terms with her new life.
Poor Things is a visually stunning film, with Lanthimos creating some truly memorable images. The film's performances are also excellent, with Stone giving a particularly strong turn as Bella.
Poor Things is Lanthimos's first film since The Favourite, which was nominated for 10 Academy Awards. The film is sure to be a major contender for awards season.
The Venice Film Festival is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious film festivals. The Golden Lion is the festival's top prize.
Grand Jury Prize: Aku Wa Sonzai Shinai (Evil Does Not Exist) (Ryûsuke Hamaguchi)
