Films to see

Bright Young Things is a very interesting, slightly surreal film.

The creators' aim is not obvious at first, but when it gets through, it makes a certain impact. Social criticism is given by submerging the viewer completely in the world of the rich & carefree and showing how mad it is. The film pushes this madness even further while pretending to be dead serious, which creates a sort of dreamy and unreal atmosphere. Once the viewer accepts this madness, it starts feeling normal and natural, and then the film escalates even higher, until even the most trivial things have higher importance than the really important ones. Some contrast and opportunity for reflection is given, but this is skilfully done at precisely the moments where the viewer is gone sufficiently mad and ready to dismiss them without any thought.

Apart from playing tricks with your mind, Bright Young Things shows some nice camera work, and it has a plot that is easy enough to follow. It is a lovely picture full of great actors, and it will undoubtedly prove to be most enjoyable.