Her Smell

Her Smell is a 2018 American psychological drama film written, directed, and co-produced by Alex Ross Perry. The film stars Elisabeth Moss, Cara Delevingne, Dan Stevens, Agyness Deyn, Gayle Rankin, Ashley Benson, Dylan Gelula, Virginia Madsen, and Amber Heard.

The film follows Becky Something (Moss), a destructive and volatile punk rock star struggling with sobriety, creative burnout, and relationships with her bandmates, family, and fans. It is presented in a five-act structure, each act depicting a different stage of Becky's downward spiral and eventual attempts at redemption.

Her Smell received critical acclaim, particularly for Moss's performance. Critics lauded the film's intense and immersive portrayal of addiction, mental illness, and the toxic side of fame. It explores themes of creative genius, self-destruction, motherhood, and the possibility of recovery. The film's distinct visual style, use of long takes, and loud, often chaotic sound design contribute to its unsettling and claustrophobic atmosphere. While widely praised, its intense and sometimes uncomfortable subject matter may not appeal to all viewers.