In the wake of The Last Jedi, Rian Johnson had the clout to greenlight an original project with a star-studded cast, a rarity in Marvel-era Hollywood.
Knives Out puts a contemporary spin on a formula that never deserved to go out of style: an elaborate puzzle of a plot and a charmingly eccentric investigator.
The contrast between relatable working-class Marta and her self-absorbed employers sets the scene for amusing commentary on American class divides, positioning the film as a critique.
Benoit Blanc is the first truly iconic new sleuth in decades, drawing inspiration from Columbo, who outsmarted the rich while maintaining a false sense of security.
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