Competition is close.|Sep. 28, 2023|USA|113 Min.|R
Genre: Drama;Thriller
Description: Fair Play is a 2023 American thriller film written and directed by Chloe Domont, marking her feature directorial debut. The film stars Phoebe Dynevor and Alden Ehrenreich as Emily and Luke, respectively—a young couple working at a ruthless hedge fund firm. Their relationship begins to deteriorate after Emily receives an unexpected promotion.
Both Emily and Luke are driven analysts at the firm, but they must keep their romance a secret due to company policies against workplace relationships. When a senior position opens up, Luke anticipates being promoted, only to find that Emily has been given the role instead. This unexpected turn fuels Luke’s resentment and complicates their relationship.
As Emily excels in her new position and Luke continues to miss out on promotions, he begins to doubt his own capabilities and feels increasingly envious of her success. This jealousy leads him to become involved with a self-help guru who advises men on workplace assertiveness. He employs the guru’s tactics in an attempt to undermine Emily and sabotage her career.
Initially, Emily is unaware of Luke’s manipulative actions, but her suspicions grow. As tensions rise between them, their relationship deteriorates. Fair Play is a dark and suspenseful film that delves into themes of ambition, jealousy, and betrayal, offering a timely commentary on the challenges women face in professional environments. Critics have lauded the film for its performances, direction, and writing, particularly praising Dynevor for her compelling portrayal of Emily and Ehrenreich for his complex depiction of Luke.
Cast director: Vladimir Aleksić
Cast actor: Phoebe Dynevor, Alden Ehrenreich, Sebastian de Souza, Eddie Marsan, Rich Sommer, Geraldine Somerville, Patrick Fischler, Sia Alipour, Brandon Bassir, Jim Sturgeon
Original name: Fair Play