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is a darkly comedic horror-thriller that offers a chilling critique of modern dating culture. Directed by Mimi Cave in her directorial debut and written by Lauryn Kahn , the film stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and Sebastian Stan . It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2022, and was later released on Hulu and Disney+ . Plot Overview

The film is famous for a massive tonal shift: the opening credits do not appear until approximately into the runtime, signaling the end of a traditional rom-com setup and the beginning of a nightmare. Noa discovers that Steve is a cannibal who kidnaps women to sell their body parts to wealthy clients, keeping his victims alive to ensure the "freshness" of the meat. Core Themes & Style Fresh (2022) - IMDb Fresh (2022)

The story follows (Edgar-Jones), a young woman exhausted by the superficial and disappointing world of online dating. Her luck seemingly changes when she meets Steve (Stan), a charming and goofy doctor, in a grocery store. After a series of successful dates, Noa accepts Steve's invitation for a spontaneous weekend getaway. is a darkly comedic horror-thriller that offers a