Elliot (Karl Glusman) was working another ritzy event at his catering gig when he saw her. The sexy woman carrying herself with elegance and class – oozing that boss lady energy. Before he knew it they were staring at each other and Sophie (Alicia Silverstone) took charge in Pretty Thing. After that wild first night Elliot couldn’t wait to see her again. He didn’t expect that to be in Paris though.
Sophie is introducing Elliot to a world he never imagined. European cities, fancy restaurants, swanky hotels, top shelf everything. Most importantly her. She is like no one Elliot has met before. Elliot doesn’t understand what a woman like Sophie would want with a guy like him. College dropout, no real hobbies, living with mom, and living paycheck to paycheck. What he does know is that he has hit the jackpot, and he’ll make sure he never lets it slip through his fingers…no matter the cost.
Justin Kelly directed the film while Jack Donnelly wrote the script. Kelly has several films under his belt however Pretty Thing is Donnelly’s feature length debut. Pretty Thing is relatively compact and it’s runtime goes by without any lulls. The script doesn’t reinvent the wheel, nor does it need to. Donnelly delivers a pretty straightforward product that gives Silverstone and especially Glusman the chance to show their range.
Glusman and Silverstone have an aura that is present from almost the jump, both together and apart. Silverstone with a mysterious and seductive strength and Glusman seemingly a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Kelly & co provide a fantastic score to accompany the onscreen intensity. Pretty Thing has a few shots that stand out and will be hard to forget. It’s important to note that when they say erotic thriller, they mean it. Pretty Thing doesn’t necessarily have any nudity, but it is definitely a sexually charged movie. Certain aspects hold the film back – most notably a disappointing finale – however the film is worth a watch.
Pretty Thing is open in select theaters and digital now from Shout! Studios.
