Cruella 2021
“Hello cruel world.”
What is Cruella?
Cruella is a 2021 American crime comedy‑drama set in 1970s London during the punk rock revolution. The film follows Estella, a young grifter determined to gain recognition for her fashion designs.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 134 minutes
- Release date
- May 26, 2021
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Walt Disney Pictures, Gunn Films, Marc Platt Productions
- Budget
- $200,000,000
- Revenue
- $233,503,234
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Cruella is a 2021 American crime comedy‑drama set in 1970s London during the punk rock revolution. The film follows Estella, a young grifter determined to gain recognition for her fashion designs. She forms a partnership with two teenage thieves, and together they survive on the streets while pursuing their ambitions. Estella’s talent attracts the attention of the legendary fashion mogul Baroness von Hellman, whose mentorship triggers a series of revelations that push Estella toward embracing a darker, more rebellious persona that becomes the iconic Cruella de Vil. The picture was
Should you watch it?
“A young grifter navigates the 1970s London punk rock scene to pursue her fashion ambitions.”
- striking costume design
- energetic period setting
- complex character evolution
Watch it if you enjoy fashion-forward origin stories set against a vibrant historical backdrop.
The film features themes of mischief and intense professional rivalry within the fashion industry.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1970s London.
Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is a young grifter and aspiring designer named Estella.
What is the central conflict?
Estella encounters a fashion legend named the Baroness von Hellman, which triggers a series of transformative events.
What is the setting's aesthetic?
The film is set during the punk rock revolution.
Does the protagonist work alone?
No, she builds a life on the streets alongside a pair of young thieves.