Emerald Fennell
- 39 years old
- English
- Actor, writer, director and producer
Press clippings
Saltburn doesn't deserve a BAFTA
Despite its five nominations, deep down, the BAFTA members surely know Emerald Fennell's class satire is really not that good.
Geoffrey Macnab, i Newspaper, 18th January 2024Saltburn director Emerald Fennell on BAFTA nominations and infamous bathtub scene
Saltburn director Emerald Fennell says she thinks the film's infamous bathtub scene has had such a big reaction because it is "both diabolical and revolting, and unbelievably relatable".
Yasmin Rufo & Ian Youngs, BBC, 18th January 2024Saltburn director reveals why she chose that name for the film
Emerald Fennell has revealed the inspiration behind the title: she thought it sounded like a "sex injury."
Eleanor Noyce, Pink News, 17th January 2024How did Saltburn become the most talked-about film of awards season?
Emerald Fennell's comedy-thriller may not be winning the awards (yet), but it is proving victorious with audiences - who can't stop discussing it...
Andrew Pulver, The Guardian, 11th January 2024What does Saltburn say about class and privilege in the UK?
From searing commentary to narrative confusion, Emerald Fennell's lavish, shocking film has divided critics since its release. Now Guardian writers weigh in.
Charlotte Higgins, Rupert Neate, Sirin Kale, Jess Cartner-Morley, Gwilym Mumford and Danny Lavelle, The Guardian, 1st December 2023Is Saltburn the most divisive film of the year?
The mixed response to Emerald Fennell's 00s-set thriller evinces a movie-going conundrum: how do we assess entertainment that is predominantly indexed on vibes?
Adrian Horton, The Guardian, 28th November 2023Saltburn review
Make no mistake, the clever writing is here, as is the style, the sleek technique, and some terrific performances (Rosamund Pike is especially delicious in a supporting role). What's missing, or muddled, is the message - and perhaps even more, the heart.
Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press, 21st November 2023Saltburn review
Director Emerald Fennell's absurd new film, while entertaining, isn't the wealth satire many want it to be. And it misses an opportunity to be something better.
Candice Frederick, The Huffington Post, 20th November 2023Saltburn review
Is there more to Saltburn than blood, spit and semen?
Tom Shone, The Times, 19th November 2023Saltburn review
A gloriously rude Rosamund Pike isn't enough to save Fennell's wayward tale of bright young things lounging through a summer they'll never forget...
Wendy Ide, The Observer, 19th November 2023