I was really surprised by this. This movie contains two of the best acting performances I've ever seen. Some have complained this is overacted, but I completely disagree. The emotions and tension were well captured. I felt similar intensity in watching Uncut Gems.
I honestly think you have to be a woman to fully understand this one. Realistic portrayal of a jealous male partner and his escalation from verbal and emotional abuse to an incident of violent physical abuse in which consent was retracted.
Some reviewers can't comprehend that this isn't meant to portray the reaction of the average man. This is the reaction of a weak, disgusting coward who can't cope with his fiancée's promotion. Their dynamic only worked when his career success was superior to hers. Lots of real couples have a similar dynamic and may never realize it.
I honestly think you have to be a woman to fully understand this one. Realistic portrayal of a jealous male partner and his escalation from verbal and emotional abuse to an incident of violent physical abuse in which consent was retracted.
Some reviewers can't comprehend that this isn't meant to portray the reaction of the average man. This is the reaction of a weak, disgusting coward who can't cope with his fiancée's promotion. Their dynamic only worked when his career success was superior to hers. Lots of real couples have a similar dynamic and may never realize it.