Enter the eccentric world of "Poor Things," a darkly comic tale set in Victorian England. At its heart lies Bella Baxter, a young woman brought back to life by an ingenious but eccentric scientist using the brain of her unborn child. As she navigates high society, Bella's unusual origin becomes an object of both fascination and horror, challenging the boundaries of society, morality, and the very definition of humanity.
Synopsis
Set in Victorian England, "Poor Things" follows the extraordinary tale of Belle Baxter, a young woman whose life takes an unexpected turn after she drowns in the Thames River. Resurrected by the eccentric Dr. Godwin Baxter, Belle undergoes a peculiar transformation: her brain is transplanted into the body of a newly deceased prostitute.
As Belle adjusts to her newfound existence, she grapples with the duality of her identity. Torn between her former life and her present circumstances, she struggles to reconcile the woman she once was with the creature she has become. Meanwhile, Dr. Baxter's motivations become increasingly unclear, and Belle begins to suspect that his intentions are not as noble as they seem.
Amidst the societal upheavals and scientific advancements of the Victorian era, "Poor Things" explores themes of identity, morality, and the nature of humanity. Belle's extraordinary journey forces her to confront the boundaries of her own existence and question what truly defines her soul. The novel unravels a tapestry of love, loss, and the complexities of the human experience.
Movie Info
- Rating: R
- Genre: Drama, Comedy, Horror
- Original Language: English
- Director: Yorgos Lanthimos
- Stars: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley
- Producer: Ed Guiney, Andrew Lowe
- Writer: Tony McNamara, Yorgos Lanthimos
- Release Date: October 7, 2022 (United States)
- Runtime: 108 minutes
- Distributor: Searchlight Pictures
- Production Co: Element Pictures, Film4
- Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
- Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
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