Knives Out (2019) is a critically acclaimed American mystery film written and directed by Rian Johnson. The film features an ensemble cast led by Daniel Craig, who plays the renowned private detective Benoit Blanc. The story revolves around the mysterious death of Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer), a wealthy and successful author found dead in his mansion on his 85th birthday.
Initially ruled a suicide by the police, Blanc is hired to investigate further due to the peculiar circumstances surrounding Harlan's death. As he delves into the family dynamics of the Thrombey clan, which includes Harlan's dysfunctional relatives—each with their own motives and secrets—Blanc uncovers a web of deception, lies, and red herrings.
The film explores themes of class, privilege, and morality while cleverly subverting traditional whodunit tropes. It combines sharp wit with suspenseful storytelling, keeping audiences guessing until the very end.
Knives Out premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, 2019, and was released in theaters on November 27, 2019. It was both a commercial success, grossing over $312 million worldwide against a budget of $40 million, and received critical acclaim for its screenplay, direction, and performances. The film garnered several award nominations, including three Golden Globe nominations and an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay.
The success of Knives Out led to the development of sequels, expanding its universe with further mystery adventures featuring Benoit Blanc.
Initially ruled a suicide by the police, Blanc is hired to investigate further due to the peculiar circumstances surrounding Harlan's death. As he delves into the family dynamics of the Thrombey clan, which includes Harlan's dysfunctional relatives—each with their own motives and secrets—Blanc uncovers a web of deception, lies, and red herrings.
The film explores themes of class, privilege, and morality while cleverly subverting traditional whodunit tropes. It combines sharp wit with suspenseful storytelling, keeping audiences guessing until the very end.
Knives Out premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, 2019, and was released in theaters on November 27, 2019. It was both a commercial success, grossing over $312 million worldwide against a budget of $40 million, and received critical acclaim for its screenplay, direction, and performances. The film garnered several award nominations, including three Golden Globe nominations and an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay.
The success of Knives Out led to the development of sequels, expanding its universe with further mystery adventures featuring Benoit Blanc.
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