The Worst Person in the World
dir. Joachim Trier · 2021
Feature
Identity Crisis
Mood
Contemplative / Melancholic
Look
vibrant yet intimate urban landscapes, naturalistic lighting
Structure
episodic vignettes capturing key moments in Julie's life
Plot
A modern dramedy about the quest for love and meaning in contemporary Oslo. It chronicles four years in the life of Julie, a young woman who navigates the troubled waters of her love life and struggles to find her career path, leading her to take a realistic look at who she really is.
Why watch
Julie stands at a crossroads, grappling with her ambitions and the complexities of her love life in Oslo. As she navigates fleeting relationships and self-discovery, the film captures the essence of modern existential dilemmas. Watching it feels like a gentle yet probing conversation with a close friend, where every moment is tinged with both humor and a bittersweet recognition of life's uncertainties.
Cultural context
contemporary Oslo lifemillennial anxietiesgender dynamics in relationshipsthe impact of social media on identity