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Promising Young Woman (15) + ScreenTalk with writer/director Emerald Fennell

,Cinema 1
A woman sits by herself

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned, in this absolute knockout revenge drama from Academy Award-winning writer/director Emerald Fennell.

Cassie (Carey Mulligan) works at a café with friend Gail (Laverne Cox) by day, but by night she sets out alone, to teach the lecherous men of her town a lesson. Driven by a tragedy in her past, she has no interest in men, until she falls for Ryan (Bo Burnham). Can she settle into happiness, allow herself to fall in love and finally leave the past behind?

This dynamic first feature is brightly and beautifully coloured, with a sugary pop soundtrack from the likes of Britney Spears and Paris Hilton, but it packs a devastating punch. The script is expertly crafted; witty and funny, as well as utterly authentic and emotionally affecting. With a stellar cast including Jennifer Coolidge, Alison Brie and Adam Brody.

We are delighted to have writer/director Emerald Fennell in conversation with Barbican Curator Sonia Zadurian after the film.

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Please note: This work contains flashing images which may affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy

Please note: this film contains frequent references to sexual violence. Click here, to read more about trigger warnings related to this film, from the British Board of Film Classification

Cinema 1

Location
Barbican Cinema 1 is located within the main Barbican building on Level -2. Head to Level G and walk towards the Lakeside Terrace where you’ll find stairs and lifts to take you down to the venue floor.   

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.