“May December” begins with a series of puzzling events unfolding in two distinct locations. Natalie Portman, a sophisticated lady, arrives at a boutique hotel while engrossed in a conversation on her Bluetooth device. At the same time, Julianne Moore, another woman, is in the final stages of preparing for a gathering at her waterfront residence.
As she opens the refrigerator and peers inside, the camera zooms in on her face while the music intensifies, creating a feeling of unease. The impact is so powerful that one might anticipate discovering a severed head inside the fridge. This scene serves as the initial revelation of the movie's direction and its unique approach. Speaking to no one in particular, the woman calmly comments. Check out our latest blog.
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Todd Haynes has a unique ability to uncover the terror hidden within the ordinary, the emptiness lurking beneath everyday routines, and the hollowness that lies beneath societal expectations. His artistic vision draws inspiration from 1950s melodramas and the intense psychological and sexual torment depicted in vibrant Technicolor. These elements are not mere superficial additions; they convey deep emotional states.
While Haynes finds humor in the stark contrast between these elements, he also recognizes the genuine horror they represent. The gravity of the situation portrayed in “May December” is so overwhelming that even making light of it becomes dangerous. This sense of danger adds to the twisted pleasure derived from the film. “May December” stands as one of Haynes' most disorienting and thought-provoking creations.
