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Writer's pictureGus Keller

Triangle of Sadness



Triangle of Sadness is intentionally blunt, critiquing classism with jolting confrontation. Instead of feeling sanctimonious, the film leans into uncomfortable power imbalances, pushing the boundary between absurd and relatable, lingering with a sober pace. Triangle of Sadness points out our transactional interactions, material inequities, and the causes behind these dynamics. Consequently, it's insightful. Plus, the schadenfreude, cringe humor, and morbid irony keeps the film entertaining. Finally, the acting unites these complex moods with authenticity, range, layers, timing, evolution, and mannerisms. Overall, Triangle of Sadness thoughtfully dissects the roots and meaning of power.


Technically, Triangle of Sadness is assured. Its direction balances naturalism and absurdism, contrasting quieter and louder moments. Meanwhile, its satirical tone is perfectly struck. The cinematography utilizes suggestive lighting, composition, framing, movement, and perspective. Its editing holds on tension, impactfully prolonging conflicts. The sound is literal but symbolic, using split cuts, distance, and ambiance to emphasize emotions. Furthermore, the production design captures wealth extremities, the minimal music reflects drama shifts, and the effects are vivid punctuations. Ultimately, Triangle of Sadness is a collision of firm commentary, clever comedy, and confident filmmaking.


Writing: 10/10

Direction: 9/10

Cinematography: 9/10

Acting: 9/10

Editing: 8/10

Sound: 9/10

Score/Soundtrack: 8/10

Production Design: 8/10

Casting: 7/10

Effects: 8/10


Overall Score: 8.5/10

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