This film reminds me so much The Menu.

Opus is a darkly satirical exploration of celebrity worship and media complicity. John Malkovich delivers a captivating performance as Alfred Moretti, a reclusive pop star whose return to the spotlight reveals a sinister agenda. His portrayal balances theatrical flamboyance with an underlying menace, making Moretti both fascinating and terrifying. Ayo Edebiri shines as Ariel Ecton, a junior journalist whose skepticism and determination drive the narrative. Her performance provides a grounded counterpoint to Moretti’s eccentricity, highlighting the dangers of blind adulation and the importance of critical inquiry. The film’s setting—a remote desert compound—serves as a fitting backdrop for the unfolding psychological horror. The production design and costuming, inspired by icons like Bowie and Prince, enhance the surreal atmosphere, blurring the lines between performance and reality. While Opus doesn’t break new ground in its filmmaking techniques, it effectively uses its narrative to critique the idolization of celebrities and the media’s role in perpetuating their myths. The story is tightly paced, making good use of its runtime to build tension and deliver a satisfying, if unsettling, conclusion. For fans of films like The Menu or Triangle of Sadness, Opus offers a similarly incisive look at the intersections of fame, power, and manipulation.

I guess I enjoyed this more than most. It’s a fun zany ride hunkerd down by a great performance by Ayo Edebiri and a nuts one by John Malkovich. The thrills never reach the extremes I wish and the scares are non existent but to me it’s still worth a watch.

Opus borrows much from Midsommar without ever justifying it. There were moments I had hope, but each of them let me down. John Malkovich is a phenomenal actor, yet he somehow consistently finds himself in subpar roles.

Omg the ending???? I don’t understand the ending bruh but incredible acting from Ayo Edebiri and fuck this was graphic and surprised me with some scenes but wow this was insane