Question 1

What was the first scene writer Emerald Fennell imagined for the film?

Accepted Answer

She first thought of a female character lying on a bed while someone takes her pants down, asking 'What are you doing?' drunkenly then soberly. This scene made it into the final film.

Question 2

Which real-life case likely inspired the film's title?

Accepted Answer

The title likely references Brock Turner, a Stanford University student convicted of sexual assault in 2016, whom a judge called a 'promising young man' when giving a light sentence.

Question 3

What unusual incident happened at a test screening before the film's Sundance debut?

Accepted Answer

During a test screening, a fight broke out between two audience members—one angry about a scene, the other telling them to leave. Fennell found it shocking but indicative of strong reactions.

Question 4

What Academy Awards milestone did Emerald Fennell achieve with this film?

Accepted Answer

Emerald Fennell became the first woman to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director for a debut film with 'Promising Young Woman'.

Question 5

Which major film festivals featured 'Promising Young Woman'?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Sundance Film Festival and SXSW Film Festival in 2020, and later at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival in 2023.

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