Promising Young Woman
Promising Young Woman

Promising Young Woman

2020Movie114 minEnglish

A young woman, traumatized by a tragic event in her past, seeks out vengeance against those who crossed her path.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic77/100
Google Users81%
Director: Emerald FennellGenres: Thriller, Comedy-Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young woman traumatized by a past event seeks to avenge a wrongdoings by feigning intoxication at bars to expose predatory men. Driven by grief and a burning desire for justice, she navigates a dangerous path, confronting the societal norms and the individuals who enabled past horrors. Her calculated acts of vengeance blur the lines between victim and vigilante, questioning the true meaning of consequence and accountability.

Critical Reception

Widely acclaimed for its bold and original take on themes of trauma, consent, and revenge, 'Promising Young Woman' polarized some viewers while earning widespread praise from critics for its sharp writing, stylish direction, and a career-defining performance by Carey Mulligan. The film was lauded for its unique blend of dark humor and visceral tension, sparking considerable conversation around its narrative choices and societal commentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its daring and provocative exploration of sexual assault and revenge.
  • Carey Mulligan's performance is lauded as a tour-de-force, capturing the complexity of her character.
  • The film's sharp, darkly comedic tone and stylish direction are frequently highlighted.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's unique and bold approach to a sensitive subject, with many highlighting Carey Mulligan's compelling performance and the film's stylish direction. Some viewers found the narrative choices to be divisive, but overall, the film resonated for its thought-provoking themes and memorable execution.

Awards & Accolades

Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (Emerald Fennell), nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress (Carey Mulligan), and Best Film Editing. Also received multiple nominations and wins at BAFTA Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Critics' Choice Awards.

Fun Fact

Emerald Fennell wrote the script for 'Promising Young Woman' in just two weeks while pregnant.

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vylmen

vylmen

The disappointing part is the build up towards the end. I'm also not quite sure who the blame falls to, but the scene where the lead cries in front of the tree, doesn't provide the despair that would have created the tension that the finale...
rozmiarek

rozmiarek

ONE OF THE BEST INDIE FILMS OF LAST YEAR. FRESHMAN DIRECTOR EMERALD FENNELL CREATED THE BEST FEMALE REVENGE FILM OF ALL TIME. SHE ALSO WROTE THIS WITTY AND BRUTALLY REALISTIC STORY. CAREY MULIGANS MOST COMPLEX ROLE TO DATE. A MUST WATCH. ...
JPV852

JPV852

not quite sure what to make of this revenge-thriller. A little heavy-handed at times but I liked Carey Mulligan in the lead and some scenes worked, though I saw one of the twists coming pretty early on. The ending is really dark and was at ...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free reviews, please follow my blog @ https://www.msbreviews.com Since Sundance 2020, everyone who saw Promising Young Woman never once stopped talking about it. From very early Oscar predictions to a gua...
SWITCH.

SWITCH.

'Promising Young Woman' is an uncomfortable watch, but in the best way possible. It is a game-changer in every sense of the word, and I don't use that term lightly. It's an A+ thriller that doesn't shy away from talking about real issues th...