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Saltburn, The Talented Mr. Ripley, and Class Relations on Film

Saltburn, The Talented Mr. Ripley, and Class Relations on Film

Since Saltburn’s 2022 release, critics have noted it’s similarities to The Talented Mr. Ripley, often for worse.

AnalysisZachary DiazApril 22, 2024Saltburn, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Emerald Fennell, Matt Damon, Jude Law, Anthony Minghella, class conflict, Eat the Rich films, Eat the Rich, England, Archie Madekwe, Cate Blanchett, Gwyneth Paltrow, capitalismComment

Saltburn: Calculated, callous, and grotesquely gorgeous

Saltburn: Calculated, callous, and grotesquely gorgeous

Emerald Fennell’s highly anticipated sophomore film delivers an intriguing and erotic modern take on Brontë-like gothic horror.

Austin Film Fest, Reviews, Film FestsLili LabensOctober 30, 2023AFF 2023, AFF, Saltburn, Emerald Fennell, Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi Comment