Drama,Comedy,Crime
Canada,United Kingdom,United States of America
To Die For is a black comedy-drama film released in 1995 and directed by Gus Van Sant. It stars Nicole Kidman in the lead role of Suzanne Stone, a beautiful and ambitious woman who dreams of becoming a world-famous news anchor. She is married to Larry Maretto (Matt Dillon), a clueless man who owns a restaurant.
Suzanne's initial attempts at a career in television fail miserably and she becomes increasingly desperate to succeed. She begins an affair with a local high school student named Jimmy Emmett (Joaquin Phoenix) and persuades him and his friends to murder her husband so that she can further her career without any distractions.
The film is told through a series of interviews with various characters, including Suzanne herself, as they recount the events that lead up to Larry's murder. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Suzanne is a master manipulator who will stop at nothing to get what she wants.
To Die For received critical acclaim for its satirical take on the cult of celebrity and the lengths some people will go to achieve success. Nicole Kidman's performance was particularly praised, earning her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical. The film was also notable for featuring early appearances by actors such as Casey Affleck and Alison Folland.
