Damsels In Distress

A group of stylish and eccentric young women at a prestigious East Coast college attempt to fix the lives of their peers through a series of misguided and often hilarious initiatives. Led by the earnest Violet Wysteria, their interventions involving a suicide-prone student and a fraternity rife with questionable hygiene become increasingly absurd. As their methods escalate, the women find their own relationships and reputations tested by their unconventional brand of help.

Damsels in Distress received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While some praised its unique brand of screwball comedy and witty dialogue, others found its eccentricities and plot to be overly self-indulgent and less effective than Stillman's earlier works. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many appreciating its quirky charm and Gerwig's performance, while others were put off by its stylized approach and perceived lack of depth.

• Praised for its sharp, witty dialogue and Stillman's signature intellectual humor.

• Greta Gerwig's performance as the earnest Violet Wysteria was a standout for many critics.

• Some found the film's quirky premise and characterizations to be self-indulgent and less engaging than previous works.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the film to be amusing and quirky, with a particular appreciation for Greta Gerwig's central performance. However, some viewers felt the humor was too niche or that the plot lacked sufficient substance, leading to a divided opinion.

The film was inspired in part by the Greek tragedy "Medea" and the authoritative book 'The Art of Plain Speaking'.