BBC to remove 'modern Great Gatsby' thriller dubbed a 'definite rewatch'
BBC iPlayer is to remove the acclaimed thriller 'Saltburn' which has been hailed as a 'modern Great Gatsby' by enthusiasts.
The 2023 release, 'Saltburn', quickly captivated audiences. The plot centres around Felix, an affluent Oxford student who extends an invitation to Oliver to spend the summer at his family's grand estate, setting the stage for an unforgettable season bringing with it horrifying incidents.
Barry Keoghan stars as Oliver Quick, while Jacob Elordi takes on the role of Felix Catton. The cast also features Rosamund Pike as Elspeth Catton and Alison Oliver as Venetia Catton, adding to the film's allure.
Although currently available for free streaming on BBC iPlayer, fans are urged to act swiftly as 'Saltburn' will vanish from the platform come July 22.
The BBC describes the film as: "A student at Oxford University finds himself drawn into the world of a charming, aristocratic classmate, who invites him to his eccentric family's sprawling estate for a summer never to be forgotten.", reports the Daily Record.
'Saltburn' continues to garner praise and positive reviews, boasting a 73% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with viewers expressing their unexpected delight in the film.
One viewer raved: "Great movie! The direction of DC is in a good place. This movie was hilarious, had some great cameos, and co-stars a dog. I will definitely be seeing it again."
Another confessed their repeated viewings: "I've seen this so many times now. I don't care what anyone has to say, I love it."
A third gushed: "Emerald Fennel killed it, I had no idea I needed this. Barry Keoghan is just amazing on so many levels The dance scene is a definite rewatch I'm not a fan of Margot Robbie movies she acts in but her production choices are my favorite."
Meanwhile, on Google reviews, one admirer wrote: "I just saw Emerald Fennell's latest movie, "Saltburn," and wow, it's an absolute knockout! A modern Great Gatsby!
"This film's visual richness and script brilliantly satirizes Oxford/British wealth and extravagance while uncovering the depths of its characters in a way that's just captivating. It's like watching a train wreck you can't turn away from, with each scene revealing more about what's really going on."
Another viewer agreed: "Finally a movie worth watching and not feeling left disappointed."
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