How Well Do You Remember Black Swan?
Test your knowledge of one of the most memorable films of the 2010s...
Black Swan was a surprisingly big hit when it was released back in 2010. Made with a budget of just $13 million, the film went on to take over $300 million at the box office. This is even more shocking when considering Black Swan’s unusual premise and its bold direction from Darren Aronofsky.
As strange as the film is, the physical and mental strain Nina has to endure makes her a deeply sympathetic character. It's her central struggle that hooks in the audience more than anything else.
The reason this works so well is largely due to the performance of Natalie Portman. From beginning to end she nails her character’s insecurities and descent into madness. Indeed, she more than deserved the Academy Award for Best Actress.
Black Swan also stands out for its more unsettling moments. Nina’s habit of peeling back the skin at the edge of her fingernails never fails to send shivers down the spine, and the actions of her overprotective mother are similarly creepy.
In this sense, Black Swan is certainly not a film that is easy to forget.
How much can you remember about Black Swan?
Answers at the end!