The wealthiest are often portrayed as caricatures in Hollywood movies. They appear unsympathetic and decadent, often splurging on sculptures of themselves or hosting orgies on their bespoke yachts. This ensures that the films’ financiers do not see themselves in these characters and develop a conscience.

Triangle of Sadness is a breath of fresh sea breeze because it attempts to satirize human excess by making every character relatable. Everyone’s motivations make sense even if you disagree with their choices. It’s no surprise that this film was made in Europe.

Most of this video essay is spent breaking down the opening scene which has a subtle message about how modern society only seems to be interested in paying lip service to equality rather than addressing the real issues behind it.