The Menu - Review

The Menu was a biting brilliant psychological thriller that takes a stab of the upper echelon atmosphere and the toxic relationship between artist and consumers within the fine dining world. Truly a ride from start to finish with great tension-building and pacing throughout. There's a lot on this plate that makes it a worthwhile and wildly entertaining watch. . From Nicholas Hault's unbridled fanboy to Anya Taylor Joy's rebellious, defiant performance as Margot and Ralph Phiennes almost comically intense chef leading the way. We've also get wellcast sampling of various upper echelon staples - finance bros who think they rule the world, snobbish food critics, self-absorbed movie stars, This movie is unhinged and elegant in a way that is anxiety-inducing, chilling, and comical. And this allows it to succeed both as a black comedy and a psychological thriller. Also props to the writers as I've never heard buttress used as an insult and that truly is a feat in and of itself. Highlighy recommend. I'd like to say with quite an impressive repertoire behind her, Anya Taylor-Joy truly carving out a unique space for herself in cinema. She brings new edge to the classic final girl trope, using her acute emotional intelligence to overcome her antagonists and secure her survival. Make some room Jamie Lee.