Emerald Fennell's 'Saltburn' Unveils a Dark Tale of Manipulation and Murder

Oliver Quick's fabricated backstory leads to a tragic end for the Catton family in this psychosexual thriller.

Emerald Fennell's new film 'Saltburn' is a psychosexual thriller that follows the story of Oliver Quick, a young man studying at Oxford who becomes infatuated with a popular fellow student, Felix Catton.
Oliver manipulates Felix and his family by fabricating a tragic backstory, leading to an invitation to spend the summer at the Catton's lavish estate, Saltburn.
The truth about Oliver's lies is revealed when Felix decides to surprise Oliver by visiting his parents, only to find out they are alive and well, contrary to Oliver's claims.
Following the revelation, Felix dies under suspicious circumstances, and Oliver is suspected of causing his death. The film later reveals that Oliver was indeed responsible for Felix's death and the subsequent deaths of the rest of the Catton family.
The film ends with Oliver inheriting the Saltburn estate and dancing naked through the house, celebrating his victory.