If there’s one film that defined the "eat the rich" cinematic trend of the early 2020s, it’s Ruben Östlund’s . This Palme d'Or winner at the Cannes Film Festival is not just a movie; it’s a 147-minute assault on the modern social hierarchy, influencer culture, and the absurdity of extreme wealth. What is the "Triangle of Sadness"?

The Sinking of the Status Quo: A Look at Triangle of Sadness (2022)

The film’s title comes from the very first scene, where a casting agent tells male model Carl (played by Harris Dickinson ) to fix his "triangle of sadness"—the wrinkle between his eyebrows usually caused by stress or worry. It’s a subtle nod to the film's central theme: in a world where beauty is currency, even your smallest facial expression is a commodity to be managed.