![]() The book-to-be, written by her estranged ex-husband, Edward Sheffield ( Jake Gyllenhaal), is also titled Nocturnal Animals. The film, an adaptation of Austin Wright’s 1993 novel Tony and Susan, first introduces Susan Morrow ( Amy Adams), a wealthy gallery owner who is surprised one night by the arrival of a manuscript. ![]() Perhaps it means to tell us that exacting justice is never a simple feat, and in the real world, it always comes with unexpected casualties. The film introduces the blueprint of the revenge movie only to subvert it and turn it on its head at the end. ![]() But on closer look, the twisted neo-noir isn’t quite as simple as your run-of-the-mill bid for vengeance. ![]() Tom Ford’s stylish sophomore feature, Nocturnal Animals (2016), has all the necessary elements. Yes, prepare for spoilers.Ī good revenge story ultimately needs three things: a spiteful, cold-blooded villain a heinous crime with a helpless victim and last but certainly not least, a triumphant hero. This time, we consider two possible explanations for the ambiguous ending of Tom Ford’s Nocturnal Animals. ![]() Ending Explained is a recurring series in which we explore the finales, secrets, and themes of interesting movies and shows, both new and old. ![]()
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