Saltburn, directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Euphoria’s Jacob Elordi as the item of Barry Keoghan’s obsession, is our new obsession. The satirical classist drama is deliciously decadent till it’s obscene and we actually can’t cease speaking about it.
It’s greatest to go in blind however right here’s a (spoiler-free!) synopsis: Oliver Fast (Keoghan) is a clumsy, ostensibly poor, Oxford scholar who turns into pals with the rich Felix Catton (Jacob Elordi). The 2 change into shut after Oliver shares tales of his struggles rising up and Felix invitations Oliver to spend the summer time at his household’s property, Saltburn. Oliver’s summer time kickstarts with partying, lust, and normal debauchery earlier than the strains rapidly change into crossed; nothing is off the desk in Saltburn, even (or particularly) homicide.
Should you’re one of many many viewers who discovered themselves each delighted and disgusted by Saltburn, you’re removed from alone. From bathwater candles (no, critically) to the movie’s soundtrack, we will’t get sufficient of the thriller. Listed here are 10 films you may add to your watchlist so you may relive the sensation of watching Saltburn for the primary time.
Promising Younger Lady (2020)
Saltburn author and director Emerald Fennell’s first movie is the comedic thriller Promising Younger Lady. Starring Carey Mulligan (who seems in Saltburn as Pamela) as a 30-year-old girl bent on getting revenge on her greatest good friend’s rapist. Like Saltburn, Promising Younger Lady is unafraid to discover the taboo however by no means loses its humorousness.
The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)
This one’s for individuals who loved seeing Keoghan destroy a household’s life and wish to see him do it once more — you received’t be upset! Warning: It is a full-on horror movie, so do preserve that in thoughts for those who’re simply spooked.
One Hour Photograph (2002)
Robin Williams is totally beautiful as a clumsy picture technician who develops an unhealthy obsession with a household through the years. Anticipate to be each amazed and unsettled by his portrayal of Sy.
Parasite (2019)
One other nice movie exploring class via a satirical lens, Parasite is a must-watch for anybody who loved Saltburn. It offers with related themes in addition to a low-income household that manipulates their means right into a rich household’s house with devastating penalties.
The Proficient Mr. Ripley (1999)
The Proficient Mr. Ripley can also be a few younger man who wedges himself into the lifetime of a wealthier, extra privileged man via insidious means. This movie isn’t solely a wonderful thriller but additionally full of a few of Hollywood’s greatest and hottest actors. Benefit from the eye sweet!
Knives Out (2019)
Regardless of centering round a homicide, Knives Out is a much less psychological horror and extra of a suspenseful comedic drama. Should you benefit from the setting and themes of Saltburn however need a neater watch, that is for you.
Gattaca (1997)
Gattaca is a science fiction drama the place a natural-born man (Ethan Hawke) impersonates a genetically chosen man (Jude Regulation) with a purpose to go on a mission to area. The movie is way much less obscene than Saltburn, however it’s nonetheless an exhilarating watch that’s certain to provide you a large number to consider after the credit roll. Like a lot of the films on this checklist, it’s additionally full of extremely handsome actors. Was Jude Regulation the Jacob Elordi of the ’90s?
Should you get pleasure from movies full of social commentary and stunning moments like we all know you do, you’ll eat up The Menu (you see what I did there). Everybody’s a delight on this movie however Anya Taylor-Pleasure and Ralph Fiennes are particularly superb.
The Neon Demon (2016)
Stunning to take a look at but visually unsettling on the identical time, The Neon Demon captures the identical wicked ambiance as Saltburn. It’s uncommon to look at a movie that’s each attractive and disgusting on the identical time however The Neon Demon succeeds at getting the best stability between the 2 extremes. Should you like this, try 2012’s Helter Skelter for related themes.
10. Merciless Intentions (1999)
Merciless Intentions is like if Saltburn was set on this planet of Gossip Lady and Jacob Elordi is now Reese Witherspoon. Okay, it’s not that easy to check the 2 movies, however the manipulative and attractive vibe of Merciless Intentions is ideal for individuals who loved Saltburn.