As you are most likely aware, the 2023 film Saltburn starring Barry Kheogan and Jacob Eliordi has completely taken over tiktok and instagram, as well as its featured song Murder on the dance floor by Sophie Ellis-Bextor.
Even though the film has received some mixed opinions, audiences can agree on two things: it is filled with crazy moments and some amazing fashion statements. Based on these two points, here are some recommendations to similar movies you may like even more.
1. Plein Soleil (or Purple Noon)
Directed by René Clément 1960. Property of Titanus.
This iconic french film from the 60s most likely served as inspiration for Saltburn. It follows the story of Tom Ripley when he travels to Italy to visit his playboy friend Phillippe Greenleaf and his fiancée, Marge Duval. What Phillippe doesn’t know is that his father paid Tom to convince him to leave Europe. But when the family cuts Tom’s funding, he tries to find another way to maintain his luxurious lifestyle. A crazy journey full of lies and deceit ensues in a race against time.
95% on Rotten Tomatoes
4/5 on Letterboxd
Available to stream on Kanopy. Buy or rent on Amazon and Apple TV.
2. The Neon Demon:
Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn 2016. Property of Amazon Studios.
This psychological thriller starring Elle Fanning tells the story of her as a model named Jesse, a 16 year old girl who moves to Los Angeles for her birthday in hopes to exploit her beauty and become a model. Soon after she dives headfirst into a weird and twisted world of fashion, competing with other ruthless models who want what she has, a creepy photographer, and an obsessive friend. However this is just the tip of the iceberg and something more macabre lies beneath.
59% on Rotten Tomatoes
3.2/5 on Letterboxd
Stream on Freevee or Prime video. Available to rent or buy on Amazon or Apple TV.
3. The Love Witch
Directed by Anna Biller 2016. Property of Oscilloscope Laboratories.
This 2016 picture perfectly encapsulates the 60s aesthetic with its colors and fashion. Elaine, the titular love witch, moves to a new town in hopes of finding her true love. However, she goes about it the wrong way, using spells and potions to try and make men obsessed with her. Yet, when they become too attached to her she finds a way to get rid of them which leads to murder, a police investigation and betrayal. You may have heard of this movie through its viral TikTok sounds and not even realize it, so give it a try and prepare for a weird ride full of fashion and witchy fun.
95% on Rotten Tomatoes
3.5/5 on Letterboxd
Stream on Mubi, rent or buy on Amazon or Apple TV.
4. Basic Instinct:
Directed by Paul Verhoeven 1992. Property of TriStar Pictures.
This iconic yet controversial movie starring Sharon Stone and Michael Douglas, most notable for THAT interview scene (aka the most rewinded and paused movie of all time), is another example of weirdness and fashion. This movie follows Sharon Stone as Catherine a mystery writer and Michael Douglas as Nick a detective. Catherine becomes a murder suspect after a Rockstar she was involved with gets murdered in the same way as a character in one of her books. This sets off an explosive cat and mouse chase between Nick and Catherine with a lot of passion in between.
56% on Rotten Tomatoes
3.6/5 on Letterboxd
Available to buy or rent on Amazon, Apple TV and Vudu.
5. Assassination Nation
Directed by Sam Levinson in 2018. Property of NEON.
This debut film from Sam Levinson known for The idol and Euphoria is a modern retelling of the play The Crucible; a play written by Arthur Miller which tells the story of the Salem Witch trials and how women were targeted for being different. This movie is also a sort of witch hunt where these women are targeted in a Purge-like chase after all of the town’s messages are leaked and the contents enrage everyone. This has everything, an affair, a who-dun-it, and an inseparable group of best friends with the same aesthetic Euphoria has shown us. With a notable cast full of familiar faces this is a must-watch.
74% on Rotten Tomatoes
3/5 on Letterboxd
Available to buy or rent on Amazon, Apple TV and Vudu.
Hope you enjoy these campy films and their respective fashion aesthetics. If you watch any of these let us know in the comments!