"Personal Shopper", 2016
"Personal Shopper", 2016
"Personal Shopper", released in 2016, is a psychological thriller directed by Olivier Assayas and starring Kristen Stewart in a role that brilliantly demonstrates her exceptional acting prowess. The movie, while situated in the glossy world of high fashion in Paris, delves into themes of grief, loneliness, and the supernatural.
Stewart plays Maureen, a personal shopper for a capricious celebrity, Kyra. Maureen is also a medium, haunted by the recent death of her twin brother, Lewis. The plot thickens as Maureen starts receiving mysterious text messages, which she believes could be from Lewis. The film explores Maureen's struggle with her grief and her search for answers in the ethereal realm.
"Personal Shopper", 2016
Assayas crafts a film that teeters between the high glamor of the fashion world and the stark loneliness of personal loss. The suspense is finely tuned, with the supernatural elements woven seamlessly into the narrative. Assayas successfully manages to keep viewers on edge, constantly questioning what is real and what isn't.
Stewart's performance is arguably the highlight of the film. She carries the narrative almost single-handedly, her performance oscillating between vulnerability and aloofness. She brilliantly portrays a woman battling her inner demons while trying to navigate a world she clearly feels detached from.
"Personal Shopper", 2016
The cinematography by Yorick Le Saux is beautifully atmospheric, capturing both the glitz of Paris and the solitude of Maureen's existence. The score by Carter Burwell adds another layer of tension to the already suspenseful narrative.
While the film may leave viewers with more questions than answers, it is this ambiguity that makes "Personal Shopper" a compelling watch. It may not satisfy those looking for clear resolutions, but for viewers open to interpretation and ambiguity, the film offers a tantalizing experience.
"Personal Shopper", 2016
"Personal Shopper" is a uniquely haunting film that skillfully blends the natural with the supernatural. It offers a thought-provoking exploration of grief and the quest for identity in a world filled with materialistic distractions.
