Why Is Saltburn Rated R?

A little swearing and drinking may not seem like a big deal to some. However, “Saltburn” truly goes to the next level with scenes involving characters going to some truly depraved places, including one pretty directly involving bodily fluids. It may be difficult for even some adults to watch, but writer and director Emerald Fennell wanted to explore the darker parts of humanity with the film.

In an interview with Metro.co.uk, Fennel discussed how everyone was on board with her ideas, even though she would never want to put anyone into an uncomfortable position to do something they didn’t want to on camera. She explained, “When you’re talking about desire, when you’re talking about obsession, when you’re talking about power and love, then you do have to go to places that are quite extreme.” Many of the more adult scenes in “Saltburn” have Barry Keoghan, who plays lower-class Oliver Quick, at the center of them. Fennel praised the actor and his commitment: “He also has boundaries like everyone else, and the thing with Barry, and all of the actors, is that if something feels real to them, if it feels honest, then they’re absolutely all in.”

One thing is certain — “Saltburn” is bound to get people talking this awards season. However, if you’re visiting family for the holidays, you may want to find something else to watch because you probably don’t want to see it with your parents either.