Foreshadowed Deception
Saltburn foreshadowed a crucial deception that unraveled in a series of lies and twists. Oliver Quick's cunning plan turned him into a killer and a con artist, leading to a twist ending that shocked audiences. From the key moment with Felix to the revelation of Oliver's lies about his troubled upbringing, the film masterfully foreshadowed the deception that was to come.
Saltburn cast with barry keoghan in front
The lies about Oliver's father's death, mother's addiction, and traumatizing home life led Felix to invite Oliver home for the summer, setting the stage for the unfolding deception. The twist ending revealed that Oliver had lied about his troubled upbringing, killed Felix and Venetia, and conned his way into inheriting the Catton family's Saltburn estate. The foreshadowing of Oliver's deception was cleverly interwoven into the narrative, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.
Oliver shirtless looking at the family's death stones at the end of Saltburn
Clues in the Rocks
A pivotal clue to Oliver's deception in Saltburn was revealed through the symbolism of the rocks. While at Oxford, Felix and Oliver stood by a river, and Felix suggested a healing tactic involving writing the name of the dead on a stone and throwing it into the water. However, when Oliver participated, he only wrote 'dad' on the rock instead of his father's actual name, and the rock failed to hit the water. This significant moment hinted at Oliver's hidden deception, as it later became clear that Oliver's father was never dead, and the incomplete tradition foreshadowed the depth of his lies.
The rocks bearing the dead's names reappeared in Saltburn's ending, where Oliver collected the Catton family's rocks from the water and displayed them as twisted trophies. This act not only revealed Oliver's true intentions but also symbolized his attempt to reverse the tradition that helped the Catton family move on from the dead. By keeping the rocks, Oliver sought to memorialize the characters and keep them alive with him inside Saltburn forever, showcasing the depth of his twisted motives.
Revelation and Consequences
The revelation of Oliver's lies and twisted motives in Saltburn had far-reaching consequences that unfolded in a series of shocking events. From the discovery of the truth on a surprise trip to Oliver's family home to the chilling moment when Oliver took over the estate after the deaths of the Catton family, the consequences of his deception were deeply woven into the narrative.
The cunning plan that turned Oliver into a killer and a con artist ultimately led to a twist ending that left audiences stunned. The revelation of Oliver's true intentions and the consequences of his actions shed light on the depth of his deception and the impact it had on the characters and the storyline of Saltburn. The film's masterful storytelling and intricate foreshadowing culminated in a gripping narrative that kept viewers captivated until the very end.
