Was it a financial success? Yes. Was it a success on an artistic basis? Yes. That is the tale of Poor Things, which managed to be a symbol of excellence and is one of the strongest competitors in the upcoming award ceremonies.
Poor Things, from the very beginning, had a shortage of screens, but the limited screens didn’t really limit the earnings as it exceeded expectations. But initially, the limited screens were reminiscent of a solid OTT release, but the audience proved it wrong.
Despite having a small budget of $35M, Poor Things grossed $81M, a big feat for a film of such caliber.
Talking about the plot, it happens in Victorian London. Dr. Baxter’s unorthodox methods bring a woman, Bella, back from the brink, but with a twist – her mind starts anew. Innocence blossoms into sensuality, ensnaring two men. With the dashing lawyer, she embarks on a whirlwind adventure, tasting love, liberation, and the harsh realities of the world.
Unveiling the truth behind her engineered existence, Bella challenges societal norms and fights for both her own identity and the downtrodden. And as we discover the plot, Emma Stone is the best gem in the cast, delivering one of the strongest performances.
Down the line, maybe 10 years or so, if Stone continues with such manner, we might have long discussions about her being on the actresses’ Mount Rushmore.
But that’s for the future. Poor Things was hit by limited screens, and that made people wait for its OTT release, especially in Asian countries. The film didn’t make it to most theaters in Asian countries or had a really late release.
Though Poor Things was a global hit, the entertainment factor of this film is extremely subjective. So with limited screens, the audience was limited as well, especially for Asian countries. But for the fans, it is soon to be released on OTT.
Poor Things will be available on OTT from February 27th, on Prime Video and Apple TV in VOD format (Purchase/Rent). And if you want to get its physical copies, the Blu-ray or DVD version will be available from March 12th.