Analysis: Carol (2015) Directed by , Carol (2015) is a seminal work of contemporary queer cinema that transcends its genre as a period romance to explore the universal complexities of human connection and identity. Adapted by screenwriter Phyllis Nagy from Patricia Highsmith’s 1952 novel The Price of Salt , the film maintains a 1 hour 58 minute runtime and holds significant critical acclaim, including a 7.2+ rating on major platforms. Narrative and Themes
Set in 1950s New York, the story follows the burgeoning relationship between (Rooney Mara), an aspiring photographer and department store clerk, and Carol Aird (Cate Blanchett), a glamorous woman trapped in a failing marriage. Carol (2015) Carol Drama, Romance, LGBTI 2015 1h 58m 7.2