Don’t Worry Darling is unsettling, sexy, creepy, and stylish. The drama happening off camera has distracted many from seeing this film as it is; a smart twisted thriller from director Olivia Wilde. Did women really live like this in the 50s? If so, no wonder they started burning stuff in the 70s.
Synopsis: A 1950s housewife living with her husband in a utopian experimental community begins to worry that his glamorous company could be hiding disturbing secrets.
Unsettling is the first word that comes to mind while viewing this film. Behind every utopian setting there is always some shenanigans. This movie ups that nervous feeling with a soundtrack that is both eerie and unnatural. using sounds and voices more than instruments it is almost something of nightmares.
Creepy describes any charismatic leader with a cult like following. From the church podium to the remote compound you know them when you see them. They sort of leave a trail behind them like a sun-wilted snail. Chris Pine is as slimy as they come in his portrayal of Jack, the mastermind and visionary behind this fancy, upscale community. Pine is excellent in the role with that same smooth cockiness we have seen in past roles.
It looks amazing
What balances this film nicely is the stylish set design and fantastic 50s motif. The two main characters Jack (Harry Styles) and Alice (Florence Pugh) ooze mid century modern. As husband and wife you like them immediately and may feel a tad jealous of their life and relationship. I just want to live in that house, and have all that furniture. The use of color and pizzaz is expertly done.
Sexy and creepy seldom go hand and hand but it does here. It is a sexy film with sexy characters. Styles and Pugh are fantastic together – sorry Olivia – and that on screen chemistry is hot. They are in love and you can see it with every conversation and glance.
The downfall of the movie is that I have seen it many times before. Maybe not styled and directed as well, but it has been done. Plus the ending… well I will say no more about that.
It is fun to watch
Don’t Worry Darling is an enjoyable film to watch for sure. Yes there are things that have to be overlooked, but at the end of the day it is a film that will keep you engaged the whole time. The acting is great, the writing is organic and flowing, and Olivia does a grand job on both sides of the camera.
Rated R for sexuality, violent content and language it is an adult film hands down. I give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 dinner parties, as it even checks one or two of my award categories as well.
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