Review of The Beguiled (2017) by Alexantorcha — 07 Jul 2017

I entered this movie with much anticipation and far too high expectation. The tactical previews and other reviews misled me to imagine a twisting thriller, and per Sophia Copolla-style, I spent the entire movie exciting myself by predicting all of the unfortunate finale possibilities that the plot of the movie provided.

I was left completely underwhelmed and disappointed in myself for even expecting anything fulfilling in the first place... This IS 2017 Hollywood - And this director seems comfortable producing an empty pile of recycled plastic garbage and feeding it to the public with a spray coating of 'floral wallpaper aesthetic', throwing leaves on top of it, and hoping nobody is hungry for anything of substance.

The acting was mostly inconsistent, although given such a dull script, it must have been a challenge to act emotive and passionate. Nicole Kidman and Kirsten Dunst did well, considering. Went home unsatisfied with this film, and would never suggest anyone pay money to see it.