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Emilie Hundborg
rated 8

So many ups and downs in this movie, I loved it.

3 months ago
Anders Korsgaard Pedersen
rated 9

Greta revenge movie and modern feminist manifesto

2 years ago
R.S.
rated 10

One of the most thinkable movies ever. How easy one (a man) can erase a woman's importance and significance by a look and not be true. Please see and reflect

1 year ago
Critic Brian Tallerico
rated 8

...is as confident as its protagonist, a film that’s willing to be a little messy and inconsistent in a way that reflects Cassie’s existence.

Read full review at Roger Ebert
Tomas Bäckman

Too Real reminder how bad and creepy also seemingly “good men” can be.. And how are having it also in “good schools” . I feel so sad due to similar things happening in real world.

2 years ago
Critic Jordan Farley
rated 8

...on this evidence, Fennell is a promising young filmmaker indeed.

Read full review at Gamesradar
Critic Leah Greenblatt
rated 8

...Mulligan, who’s always given smart, delicately shaded performances (...) is an entirely different animal here: furious, damaged, ferociously funny.

Read full review at Entertainment Weekly
Critic Sophie Monks Kaufman
rated 10

Fennell is brilliant at pulling the rug out, not simply to reveal a bare floor, but a trapdoor into a nightmare...

Read full review at Empire

Cast & Crew

Emerald Fennell
As Woman in Makeup Tutorial (uncredited)
Emerald Fennell
Director
Molly Shannon
As Mrs. Fisher
Alfred Molina
As Jordan (uncredited)
Clancy Brown
As Stanley
Adam Brody
As Jerry

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Promising Young Woman is a thrilling and thought-provoking film that delves into the themes of trauma, revenge, and justice. The movie follows the story of Cassie Thomas, a young woman who was once a medical school student with a bright future ahead of her, but her life took a tragic turn when her best friend Nina was sexually assaulted by a classmate. The assault led to Nina's suicide, and Cassie was left to grapple with the aftermath. Years later, Cassie is living a seemingly mundane life, working at a coffee shop and living with her parents. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she begins to seek revenge against the men who wronged her and Nina. Cassie's methods are unconventional and often dangerous, as she pretends to be drunk and vulnerable in order to lure men into taking advantage of her. But Cassie is not a victim, she is a revenge seeker, and she will stop at nothing to make those who wronged her pay for their crimes. The film features a talented cast, including Carey Mulligan as Cassie Thomas, and it is directed by Emerald Fennell, who is known for her work on Killing Eve and The Crown. The movie has received critical acclaim for its unique and thought-provoking approach to the revenge thriller genre, and it has been nominated for several awards, including five Academy Awards. Overall, Promising Young Woman is a gripping and timely film that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. With its powerful themes and outstanding performances, it is a must-see for anyone looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining movie experience.

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Promising Young Woman was released in theaters on December 25, 2020.

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Promising Young Woman was released for streaming on January 15, 2021.