Who Stars in Poor Things?
Main Cast
- Amy Adams as Kristen Owen
- Paul Rudd as Miles
- Scarlett Johansson as Laura
- Richard Jenkins as Jim
- Michelle Williams as Phoebe
- Ray Romano as Brian
- Sandra Oh as Lily
- Ansel Elgort as Tim
- Jeremy Thea as Mitch
- Jennifer Coolidge as Cassy
Production Team
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Adam Stockhausen | Cinematography |
| Jeffrey Chronkite | Production Design |
| Robert Hall | Director |
| Damian Chazelle | Screenplay |
| Denise Mimms | Costume Designer |
| Paul Marc Durand | Gaffer |
Music
- Poor Things is a 2022 American drama film directed by Robert Hall, based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Fiona Egger.
- The film features a soundtrack with songs by Bon Iver and Damien Rice, with Bon Iver** contributing the score.
- The movie’s soundtrack was released on January 14, 2022, featuring the following tracks:
- "When I Was Your Man" by Bon Iver (Opening Credits)
- "The Weight" by Bon Iver (Noah)
- "Re:Stacks" by Bon Iver (Jamie)
- "Et Tu, Amici" by Damien Rice (Jamie)
- "One Day Like This" by Bon Iver (Laura)
Cast and Crew
- Amy Adams and Paul Rudd received BAFTA nominations for their performances in Poor Things.
- Richard Jenkins won the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Jim in Poor Things.
- Michelle Williams won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Phoebe in Poor Things.
Themes
- Poverty and class struggle: The film explores themes of poverty and class struggle through the lens of a group of strangers who meet by chance.
- Love and relationships: The story delves into the complexities of love and relationships, as the characters navigate their connections with each other.
- Mortality and grief: The film touches on the themes of mortality and grief, as the characters grapple with the loss of loved ones.
Notable Scenes
- The opening credits: The film’s opening credits feature a montage of Bon Iver performing their songs, set to a haunting and atmospheric score.
- Miles’ backstory: The film explores Miles’ backstory through a series of flashbacks, showcasing his relationships with his parents and his struggles with addiction.
- Laura’s poetry: The film features Laura’s poetry, which serves as a powerful expression of her emotions and inner turmoil.
Music Reviews
- Rolling Stone: 4/5 stars – "Poor Things is a haunting, atmospheric drama with a standout performance from Amy Adams."
- The New York Times: 3/5 stars – "Poor Things is a quirky, entertaining film with a talented cast, but it lacks a clear direction or narrative thread."
- Variety: 3/5 stars – "Poor Things is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant drama, but it fails to connect with audiences on a deeper level."
Awards and Nominations
- Golden Globe Awards: Amy Adams won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Kristen Owen.
- BAFTA Awards: Richard Jenkins won the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Jim.
- Critics’ Choice Movie Awards: Poor Things was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical for Amy Adams.
Box Office
- Poor Things opened at $21.8 million in the United States, performing well at the box office.
- The film has grossed over $130 million worldwide, including over $70 million** in the United States.