The final trailer for Kinds of Kindness, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, is out, and it promises a wild ride.
The film stars Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons, alongside a noteworthy cast including Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, Hong Chau, Joe Alwyn, Mamoudou Athie, and Hunter Schafer.
An Intriguing Visual Diversity
Kinds of Kindness sets itself apart from Lanthimos’ recent works like Poor Things and The Favourite by diving into a contemporary setting. This new environment is perfect for Lanthimos to continue blending genres in his unique fashion. The director is known for combining comedy, drama, and psychological thrills in a way that only Lanthimos can. As described, the movie presents ‘a triptych fable’.
A Closer Look at the Teaser
The trailer offers bizarre yet captivating imagery starting with Stone’s character cruising down a road in a sports car and announcing, This is it.
The scene quickly transitions to a mysterious hospital procedure, followed by Dafoe and Chau’s characters in an intense conversation.
Diverse Characters And Scenes
Besides the fascinating scenes with Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons also makes a significant impact. There’s even a memorable moment where he gets slapped by Margaret Qualley.
Oddities And Style
Lanthimos doesn’t disappoint fans who love his penchant for absurd visuals. The teaser even features a black-and-white sequence where dogs are seen driving cars. It’s truly emblematic of the director’s unique storytelling style.
Fun elements also include Hong Chau—in one peculiar scene—licking what seems to be a human torso. Such clips ensure viewers are kept guessing while being visually engaged.
Early Impressions And Reception
The initial reviews are promising. At Cannes 2024, Jesse Plemons won Best Actor for his role in the film. Currently holding an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 47 critics, the movie appears to be on the right track to captivate audiences upon its release.
A Look Ahead To Future Projects
This latest collaboration marks the third time Emma Stone has worked with Lanthimos. Rumor has it they are already considering their next project: potentially a remake of the South Korean film Save the Green Planet.
Keep an eye out for Kinds of Kindness, set to hit theaters on June 21, 2024. With its unusual storyline and strong cast performances, it’s one not to be missed!
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