UNITED STATES · 2016

The Neon Demon

Nicolas Winding Refn
beauty industry exploitation female jealousy and rivalry predatory mentorship youth commodification cannibalism and consumption
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When aspiring model Jesse moves to Los Angeles, her youth and vitality are devoured by a group of beauty-obsessed women who will take any means necessary to get what she has.

Year2016
CountryUnited States
DirectorNicolas Winding Refn
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