: The film uses sharp, stilted dialogue and geometric, precise cinematography to convey the emotional void and monotony of the American upper class.

: Amanda's mother pays Lily to spend time with her daughter under the guise of tutoring. Despite the transactional start, the two rekindle their childhood friendship.

The film is noted for its and deadpan humor . Critics have described it as a spiritual successor to cult classics like Heathers with a touch of American Psycho .

The story follows (Anya Taylor-Joy), a polished, high-achieving student at a prestigious school, and Amanda (Olivia Cooke), an outcast who has been diagnosed with an unspecified mental disorder that leaves her unable to feel emotions.