Regarding the movie, I can say that the depiction of the ruthlessness of the finance sector and the approach to advancement through sexual desires was quite fitting and balanced. It had one of the most original scripts I've seen in recent years, and the casting was of high quality as well. However, I was disappointed with how predictably everything was wrapped up at the end. Let's solve everything, everyone finds their way, Luke starts his own company, Emily satisfies her ego, and they compete. Is this really how real life works? I don't think so, definitely not.
I read a couple of comments about overacting, and I agree with some points, but I don't think it's solely the fault of the actors; I believe it's because of the script. While some parts of the movie did portray the role of sexuality in ego battles quite accurately, I found the illogical sexual scene towards the end unnecessary. Up to that point, everything related to sexuality was well-placed, but that scene seemed utterly meaningless.
It had all the elements of a thriller, it was original, but it was definitely wrapped up in a mediocre way. The real world is much more ruthless. If someone is about to confront someone else to the point of physical aggression, they don't just throw a glass and walk out of the room politely, because that would mean sinking to the level of someone who lacks humanity.
Also, that engagement party part seemed like it was written in about three minutes. I wish more thought had been put into it, and that it had continued with more probing dialogues, instead of ending with a focus on sexuality.
Let me share my own opinion as well; people mistakenly think that being ambitious is a good thing, but ambition poisons and corrupts everyone. Associating concepts like hard work and effort with ambition and presenting them as if they go hand in hand makes me sick. Ambition is a quality that needs to be cleansed, while appreciation is a quality that needs to increase. Be a good person, don't be Emily or Luke.
I read a couple of comments about overacting, and I agree with some points, but I don't think it's solely the fault of the actors; I believe it's because of the script. While some parts of the movie did portray the role of sexuality in ego battles quite accurately, I found the illogical sexual scene towards the end unnecessary. Up to that point, everything related to sexuality was well-placed, but that scene seemed utterly meaningless.
It had all the elements of a thriller, it was original, but it was definitely wrapped up in a mediocre way. The real world is much more ruthless. If someone is about to confront someone else to the point of physical aggression, they don't just throw a glass and walk out of the room politely, because that would mean sinking to the level of someone who lacks humanity.
Also, that engagement party part seemed like it was written in about three minutes. I wish more thought had been put into it, and that it had continued with more probing dialogues, instead of ending with a focus on sexuality.
Let me share my own opinion as well; people mistakenly think that being ambitious is a good thing, but ambition poisons and corrupts everyone. Associating concepts like hard work and effort with ambition and presenting them as if they go hand in hand makes me sick. Ambition is a quality that needs to be cleansed, while appreciation is a quality that needs to increase. Be a good person, don't be Emily or Luke.