“They created a world here that was so Victorian, so dreamy and extraordinary, and really served the vision of the film.”

Mark Ruffalo

They say that the set design for Poor Things was largely inspired by Albert Guillaume's Belle Epoque period in Paris and Roy Andersson's absurdist films. In addition to these, the names that were inspired by include classic and famous names such as Egon Schiele, Hieronymus Bosch, Francis Bacon. When designing Bella's house, a lot of inspiration was taken from the Sir John Soanes Museum in London.

“They were working in harmony,”says the Poor Things leadEmma Stone.“It took half an hour to navigate the world they created. They literally built a city from scratch, from restaurants to hotels,”He also expressed his surprise by saying:

In the movie Poor Things, different architectural inspirations were mixed for Lisbon, the city that Bella first visits. They wanted to create a realistic atmosphere where nothing is the same. Elements from both modern and medieval architecture,representation of mythical creaturesThis chaotic image is supported by motifs that contribute to black humor.

Striking details such as the phallic windows of the baroque brothel in Paris and a mirror with ears are among the details that create the chaotic and fun atmosphere that Poor Things wants to reflect. Each detail tells a different story. And in the combination of these stories, there is a masterpiece like Poor Things.

It's easy to get lost in the world of Poor Things, which has been nominated for many prestigious awards, from Golden Globes to BAFTAs, from Oscars to Critic's Choice Awards. With its masterfully crafted plot, characters that come to life on the big screen, and unforgettable details, Poor Things looks set to go down in history as one of Lanthimos' most beloved works.