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| The Guardian - Culture: Film | | | | Sissy review – influencer horror film is a deranged pleasure to watch | | by Luke Buckmaster Nov 1, 2022 | | Carnage ensues when a social media star reluctantly agrees to attend a former friend’s hen party in this impressively unpredictable film Sissy, a very sassy and diabolically entertaining new Australian horror movie from director-writing team Hannah Barlow and Kane Senes, puts in its satirical crosshairs two things once believed to be good for humankind, but now widely regarded as evidence of our continued descent into self-inflicted destruction: social media and the wellness industry. Cecilia, AKA Sissy (Aisha Dee), is an influencer and self-professed “mental health advocate” desperate to keep the likes and engagements coming. The film’s sardonic commentary about “wellness” and the depravities of online existence are closely linked with her vainglorious personality and cringe-inducing behaviour. Early on we see Sissy recording of one of her videos on the floor – air purifier on one side, yoga mat on the other– yabbering about how laying a rope around oneself signifies “our very own safe space”, before demonstrating the healing powers of hyperventilation. Sign up for the fun stuff with our rundown of must-reads, pop culture and tips for the weekend, every Saturday morning Continue reading... | | | | | ET model from 1982 film expected to fetch $3m at auction | | by Jamie Grierson Nov 1, 2022 | | Mechanical model to go on sale in auction that also includes items from Harry Potter films Steven Spielberg’s classic 1982 film ET told the story of a stranded extra-terrestrial’s bid to return home – and now for just $3m (£2.6m) you could bring him back to yours. The original mechanical model from ET is going on sale as part of the Icons and Idols: Hollywood auction, organised by Julien’s Auctions and Turner Classic Movies (TCM), which coincides with the film’s 40th anniversary year. Continue reading... | | | | | |
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