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February 15, 2026
Rosebush Pruning review
Jamie Bell and Elle Fanning lead a starry cast in this clumsy satire that provides little fascination in a wealthy family’s suffocating lives
TL;DR
- The film satirizes a wealthy, dysfunctional US family living in Spain, influenced by recent media trends.
- The family's bizarre secrets, including alleged sex abuse and self-harm, are presented as symptoms of capitalism and the patriarchy.
- The children are infantilized by wealth, with specific characters dealing with epilepsy, failed artistic pursuits, and a desire for fashion.
- Tensions rise when Jack plans to move out with his girlfriend Martha, who is a talented guitarist, irking his sister Anna.
- The father engages in provocative behavior, questioning Anna about Martha and her physical appearance.
- The film attempts to create visual style but is criticized for being heavy-handed, clumsy, and failing to generate fascination or earned dramatic effects.
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