Review: Jennifer Lawrence gives everything to the wild, brutal 'Die My Love' but gets left dangling

Jennifer Lawrence Stars in Lynne Ramsay's Intense Postpartum Drama

Lynne Ramsay's latest film "Die My Love" opens with a striking shot that establishes its horror-tinged atmosphere. The camera remains motionless in the kitchen of an isolated ranch house, creating an ominous presence as Grace and Jackson, portrayed by Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, cautiously explore the front porch of their newly inherited property.

A Fresh Start Gone Wrong

It's not New York but it's ours

Jackson describes the rural home left to him by his uncle, who died violently upstairs—a detail Grace finds darkly amusing. The property represents a stark departure from their previous urban life. Jackson grew up in the area, and his parents Pam and Harry, played by Sissy Spacek and Nick Nolte, still reside nearby.

Abandoned Dreams and New Realities

The film hints at unfulfilled ambitions from the couple's past. Jackson harbors aspirations of playing drums, while Grace previously identified as a writer. Their dreams appear to have stalled, whether due to financial constraints, waning passion, or lack of talent. The couple's decision to settle into the inherited home and start a family marks a pivot toward domestic life that quickly descends into turmoil.

Author's Summary: Ramsay crafts a visceral exploration of parenthood's dark side through Lawrence and Pattinson's raw performances as a couple navigating isolation and shattered dreams.

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Los Angeles Times Los Angeles Times — 2025-11-05

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