"Savage Grace" is a 2007 drama film directed by Tom Kalin and based on the 1985 book of the same name by Natalie Robins and Steven M.L. Aronson. The movie tells the true story of the scandalous and tragic events surrounding the Baekeland family.
Plot Summary
The film follows Barbara Daly Baekeland (Julianne Moore), a glamorous and troubled socialite who marries Brooks Baekeland (Stephen Dillane), the heir to the Bakelite plastics fortune. Their tumultuous marriage produces a son, Antony (Eddie Redmayne), who grows up to have a complicated and increasingly unhealthy relationship with his mother.
As Antony struggles with his identity and mental health, Barbara's erratic behavior and inappropriate relationship with him contribute to a series of escalating tensions and tragedies. The film culminates in a shocking and violent climax that reveals the depths of the family's dysfunction.
Key Themes
- **Family Dysfunction**: The film explores the destructive dynamics within the Baekeland family, highlighting themes of neglect, obsession, and emotional manipulation.
- **Mental Health**: Antony's struggles with his mental health and sexuality are central to the story, showing the impact of his parents' behavior on his well-being.
- **Social Status**: The movie critiques the superficiality and moral decay of high society, as the Baekelands' wealth and status fail to protect them from their inner demons.
Cast
- **Julianne Moore** as Barbara Daly Baekeland
- **Stephen Dillane** as Brooks Baekeland
- **Eddie Redmayne** as Antony Baekeland
- **Hugh Dancy** as Sam Green
- **Elena Anaya** as Blanca
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