Film Review: Bugonia - Class Struggle Against Aliens
Director Giorgos Lanthimos poses a thought-provoking question: Who is crazy here? The CEO exploiting the planet, or the conspiracy theorist trying to stop her?
In times of political extremism, biting satire thrives. Following Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another," Lanthimos takes aim at class struggle in Bugonia, pitting two class representatives against each other.
- Michelle (Emma Stone), a hypocritical CEO, prioritizes diversity and flexibility, but only on the surface.
Who is crazy here? The CEO exploiting the planet, or the conspiracy theorist trying to stop her?
The film explores the clash between these two characters, raising questions about corporate responsibility and personal accountability.
Author's summary: Lanthimos' satire explores class struggle and corporate greed.