In the film 'Opus,' directed by Mark Anthony Green, the narrative centers on a gathering similar to an event hosted by Kanye West, where a reclusive pop star invites industry professionals to his desert compound. Despite the setup promising a critique of celebrity culture, the film falls short of delivering substantial commentary, presenting a weakened scenario involving a popstar exploiting his influence. The protagonist, journalist Ariel Ecton, grappling with her underappreciated talent at a music magazine, faces challenges in a world dominated by more established figures, ultimately struggling for recognition in the toxic atmosphere of fame.
Green offers no lasting observations of commodified narcissism, or of fans who get swept into a state of mass hysteria.
Ariel's ambition is underappreciated, and her smarmy editor Stan hands her pitches off to more experienced writers.
There's no cult like celebrity, the film's tagline asserts, but the execution falls short of critiquing fame.
Opus parades as a critique of fame and those who kneel at its altar, yet presents a flimsy scenario.
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