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<h3>Silence in the Dark</h3>
<p>As the credits rolled during my showing of <em>Bugonia</em>, the audience remained seated in contemplative silence.</p>
<h3>Plot Overview</h3>
<p>Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, the film revolves around Teddy (Jesse Plemons), a conspiracy theorist who, along with his cousin Don (Aidan Delbis), kidnaps Michelle (Emma Stone), a powerful CEO of a pharmaceutical company, convinced that she is an alien.</p>
<h3>Crowd Reactions</h3>
<p>Such silence isn't unusual after specific films; it can evoke various feelings, whether stunned, thoughtful, or emotionally charged. However, being a Lanthimos film, the audience took a moment before a single voice broke the quiet: "What the f*** was that?"</p>
<h3>Artistic Indignation</h3>
<p>For those of us who appreciate Lanthimos' style, that mixture of bewilderment and frustration resonates, enhancing the moviegoing experience. It’s refreshing to witness others’ reactions rather than simply munching on snacks in silence.</p>
<h3>Mismatched Expectations</h3>
<p>Lanthimos’ films notoriously generate similar sentiments, often exploring darker themes. While he has had mainstream success, his work does not cater to conventional tastes, a fact that some of us cherish. However, this time, the outburst at the screening was valid.</p>
<h3>A Different Approach</h3>
<p>While I enjoyed <em>Bugonia</em> (up until its final moments), it felt more of a mid-tier effort for Lanthimos and lacked the signature touch that makes his films compelling. His best works, like <em>The Lobster</em> and <em>The Killing of a Sacred Deer</em>, are co-written with longtime collaborator Efthimis Filippou.</p>
<h3>Style vs. Content</h3>
<p>Lanthimos typically employs a distinctive style characterized by stilted dialogue and a meticulously crafted emotional distance. In <em>Bugonia</em>, he was unable to resort to this trademark, as the narrative demanded more authentic human emotion. Emma Stone's portrayal of Michelle, as she navigates her captors’ moods, is both skillful and engrossing.</p>
<h3>Frustrating Dynamics</h3>
<p>The film's structure, which alternates close-ups between characters, leaves little room for genuine reactions. This choice, while enhancing themes of isolation, can be exasperating. While Don's character provides the emotional heart of the story, the exchanges between Teddy and Michelle often feel fragmented and less engaging.</p>
<h3>Ending Choices</h3>
<p>A consensus has emerged among viewers regarding the film’s conclusion—many appreciate it but strongly dislike its final minutes. While some critique the resolution regarding aliens, they miss the film's humor. However, the last few minutes, featuring Marlene Dietrich's "Where Have all the Flowers Gone?", might be a misstep that overshadows the film's inventive narrative.</p>
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