Within the age of social media, appearances and optics are all the pieces. This concept serves because the lynchpin of writer-director Greg Jardin’s twisty and ingenious movie “It’s What’s Inside.” Eerily paying homage to “Our bodies Our bodies Our bodies,” with a sci-fi twist I gained’t spoil, the movie gives a well timed commentary on the influence of our on-line presence, the relentless pursuit of followers, and the way our insecurities can lead us down irreversible paths of self-destructive confidence.
The story begins with the gorgeous but insecure Shelby (Brittany O’Grady, identified from the primary season of “White Lotus”), who can’t cease doomscrolling on Instagram. Regardless of her efforts to spice issues up within the bed room, her boyfriend Cyrus (James Morosini) appears more and more detached, leaving her to marvel if he’d want their blonde influencer good friend from faculty, Nikki (Alycia Debnam-Carey).
This stress continues to simmer because the couple heads to a mansion get together celebrating the wedding of their faculty mates Reuben (Devon Terrell) and Sophia (Ali Nordie), taking a detour from the standard bachelor get together route. Alongside the bride and groom, there’s Dennis (Gavin Leatherwood), the rich frat bro; Maya (Nina Bloomgarden), the free spirit; and Brooke (Reina Hardesty), who thrives on dwelling dangerously. After all, there’s additionally Nikki, the lady Shelby suspects Cyrus secretly wishes. Though Cyrus insists he doesn’t, his eyes and physique language inform a unique story.
The setup is acquainted: a university reunion in a secluded home, the place interactions and facet conversations are laden with subtext. Trustworthy feelings are stifled, and previous grudges resurface. Simply as the strain escalates, an sudden arrival shifts the night’s trajectory. Forbes (David Thompson), an outdated good friend, arrives with a mysterious suitcase, sending the evening into chaos—a revelation I gained’t disclose, because it reveals the movie’s largest twist.
The narrative raises vital questions on self-love and the relationships we worth. It explores what we actually need from our lives and who we deem worthy of our time and affection. Whereas the movie is usually a bit self-indulgent and infrequently complicated—particularly through the frenetic third act—Jardin’s colourful and zany filmmaking fashion retains the momentum alive. It’s loud, vibrant, and solidly acted by an ensemble that harmonizes nicely, making it a super watch with a gaggle of mates. Maybe it would even encourage a sport of “Mafia” or “Werewolf” afterward. Simply keep in mind to look at your again.
IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE is streaming now on Netflix