The first person I ever described the film [The Neon…
“The first person I ever described the film [The Neon Demon] to was Christina Hendricks [who has a cameo in the movie]. We were having dinner in LA and she asked me what I wanted to do next and I said, "I want to do a horror movie." And she goes, "What's it going to be about?" And I said, "A lot of blood and high heels."”
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The filmmaker envisions a horror film blending gore with high fashion, emphasizing style and violence.
In simple terms: A horror movie about blood and high heels.
Combine visual style with shocking content.
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Type
When to use this quote
- Film pitch
- fashion marketing
- art installations
- theatrical productions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fashion amplify horror?
- What visual elements heighten fear?
Risk of style over substance.