What's the Big Deal About That Bathtub Scene in Saltburn?

Jacob Elordi, the actor known for his role in Saltburn, can't understand why people are so shocked by a certain bathtub scene in the movie. He thinks the reaction shows how easily people get upset about things that aren't that big of a deal. Elordi, who is 28 years old, talked about this on a podcast called Awardist while promoting his new movie, Frankenstein.

The Scene in Question

The scene in question involves his co-star, Barry Keoghan, drinking bathwater from Elordi's character's tub after secretly watching him. Elordi thinks this scene is tame compared to other things people watch. He even mentioned that some crime documentaries are more disturbing than this fictional scene.

Saltburn: A Cult Classic

The movie Saltburn, which came out in 2023, has become a bit of a cult classic. It's about two students, Felix, played by Elordi, and Oliver, played by Keoghan, who become friends and spend a summer together. The bathtub scene is just one of the many shocking moments in the film.

Society's Reactions

Elordi also talked about how people seem to be more comfortable watching real-life violence than fictional scenes that are a bit taboo. He finds this interesting and thinks it says a lot about society.

Director's Perspective

The director of Saltburn, Emerald Fennell, has also spoken about the bathtub scene. She thinks it's one of the sexiest things she's ever seen in a movie. She believes that if the scene makes people feel something they've never felt before, then the movie has done its job.

Fennell also said that not everyone will love the movie, but those who do will feel a deep connection to it. She thinks the movie captures a feeling that everyone involved in making it experienced.