Movies vs. Capitalism

Triangle of Sadness (w/ Carla Marie Davis)

Feb 21, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Fashion Industry Critique

  • Carla Marie Davis, with a background in fashion design, points out that the film's critique of the fashion industry is justified.
  • The film highlights hierarchies, greenwashing, and the exploitation of models, mirroring Davis's own experiences.
INSIGHT

Power Dynamics in Relationships

  • The dinner scene between Carl and Yaya, while ostensibly about gender politics, subtly shifts to a power dynamic.
  • Yaya admits to manipulating Carl, revealing a nuanced exploration of power within relationships.
INSIGHT

Oblivious Selfishness of the Wealthy

  • The film brutally portrays the oblivious selfishness of the wealthy, exemplified by Vera forcing everyone to swim.
  • This act, disguised as altruism, has catastrophic consequences, highlighting the detachment of the elite.
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