RMG Perera 
Promising Young Woman Review.
Promising Young Woman (2020) – Short Review
The film won the Best Screenplay award at the Oscars.
It is fair to say that it is a film that meets the qualifications required to reach the level of “best”. It’s also worth noting while watching that it’s very deserving to receive the award for Best Screenplay.
A striking performance can also be seen in the main play. Similarly, the images also have a strange charm.
The story is about a strange woman. She is in her 30s and still unmarried. She still lives in the shadow of her parents. Although she studied at a medical college, she now works in a coffee shop.
“Why are you still in this house at such a young age? Still unable to find a good boyfriend to marry? Ever wondered if you’re obsolete at that dirty coffee shop? Because you and I are embarrassed in front of my friends?” Casey gets a lot of accusations from Casey’s mother.
On the one hand, they are very reasonable. Because in the western society we know, young women who have reached the age of 30 are living an independent life away from their parents. So why is Casey living like this?
At the very beginning of the film, there are hints that there is a great mystery about her anyway. The story continues with how it is revealed.
Thus, Casey, whom we meet, becomes one of the most wonderful characters we see in a movie. Leading actress Carey Mulligan has the best portrayal of emotions and gestures that fit the look and feel of the place.
As the protagonist of the film, she is eagerly awaiting the expansion of her dominance. She seems to be on a hunt of some sort. The story is also intriguing as she gradually gets clues as to what her purpose is in a subtle mission.
Towards the end, she makes us a part of her journey. I would highly recommend it as a must-see.
Directed by – Emerald Fennell
Written by – Emerald Fennell
Starring – Carey Mulligan, Clancy Brown, Bo Burnham, Laverne Cox, Alison Brie, Jennifer Coolidge, Connie Britton
Music by – Anthony Willis
Cinematography – Benjamin Kračun
Country – United States
Language – English
