Tilda Swinton portrays “Emma,” who abandoned her previous existence in Russia to begin anew in Milan, where she wed industrialist “Recchi” (Pippo Delbono) and raised three children. While Emma appreciates the comfort and advantages of her situation, she finds it lacking in stimulation or genuine satisfaction. Their daughter, “Elisabetta,” resides in Nice, while two sons, “Edo” (Flavio Parenti) and “Gianluca” (Mattie …

Even with Tilda Swinton’s strong performance, it seems Luca Guadagnino made a misjudgment in prioritizing technique over narrative. What's the purpose of filmmaking? It feels like a simple question, but for me, it’s key to understanding what doesn't work here. The core issue is that I believe cinema should primarily be about telling a story. That means aesthetics and style should support the plot, not overshadow i…