Thoroughbreds
Director: Cory Finley
Actors: Olivia Cooke, Anya Taylor-Joy, Anton Yelchin
PlotChildhood friends Amanda and Lily, both from affluent families, reconnect in suburban Connecticut after drifting apart. Amanda is apathetic and emotionally detached, while Lily is polished and seemingly well-adjusted. As they spend time together, these contrasting personalities form an unusual bond. Lily, dealing with the pressures of her privileged life, finds herself confiding in Amanda about her deep resentment towards her stepfather, Mark. Amanda, with her lack of empathy and moral inhibition, candidly suggests solving Lily’s problem through drastic means. Intrigued by Amanda’s pragmatic approach to life and driven by her escalating frustration, Lily entertains the dark idea presented to her.
Working through the steps of their chilling plan, they rope in a local hustler named Tim to aid them. Tim initially shows hesitance, given the severity and risk of their scheme. However, Amanda's manipulative skills and Lily's determination eventually sway him. As the three navigate the complexities of their plot, tensions rise and trust wavers, leading each character to confront their own motivations and truths. Secrets unfold and relationships are tested as they edge closer to the point of no return. The narrative intertwines themes of privilege, morality, and the dark undercurrents of human nature, crafted with sharp dialogue and a gripping pace.
Writers: Cory Finley
Release Date: 09 Mar 2018
Runtime: 92 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Thoroughbreds is a mesmerizing dark character study with sharp writing, strong performances, and technically sound Blu-ray presentation, though it has limited extras.
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