Lynne Ramsay Just Flipped the Script on ‘Die My Love'—And Critics Are Reeling
Lynne Ramsay, the visionary behind We Need to Talk About Kevin, has ignited a firestorm at Cannes with her latest film, Die My Love. While critics hastily categorized it as a portrayal of postpartum depression, Ramsay vehemently disagrees. In a candid conversation with film critic Elvis Mitchell, she declared:
“This whole postpartum thing is just bullshit,” Ramsay said. “It's not about that. It's about a relationship breaking down, it's about love breaking down, and sex breaking down after having a baby. And it's also about a creative block.”
Starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, Die My Love delves into the unraveling of a couple's relationship amidst the isolation of rural Montana. Lawrence's character, Grace, spirals into psychosis after childbirth, a performance that has garnered significant acclaim. The film's intense exploration of love, creativity, and mental health challenges traditional narratives.
Despite the controversy, Die My Love secured a $24 million acquisition deal with MUBI, marking the festival's biggest sale. Lawrence's portrayal is being hailed as a career-defining performance, with critics praising her raw and uninhibited depiction of Grace's descent.
Ramsay's bold stance challenges audiences to look beyond conventional interpretations and engage with the film's deeper themes of relational decay and creative struggle. As Die My Love continues to spark debate, it stands as a testament to Ramsay's unflinching commitment to storytelling that defies easy categorization.
