Venice 2018: Yorgos Lanthimos' 'The Favourite' is Delightful Decadence

There’s nothing like a Yorgos Lanthimos film. The more films he makes, the more refined and interesting and bold he gets. The Favourite is Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest work, an English-language feature set in early 18th century England, following a capricious Queen and her wacky days in her castle. It’s the pinnacle of amusing absurdity, giving us even more ridiculousness (this time going back into the past) to chew on and laugh at with utter joy. This extensive, opulent, hilarious comedy is about a Queen being played by her subjects, specifically two women who work closely with her. It is delightful decadence, with so much crazy, bizarre, funny moments throughout – though it overstays its welcome. Unlike Lanthimos’ past films, this one isn’t that meaningful, it’s all made to be enjoyed as something absurdly fun and entirely harmless. ›››

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